In the Old Testament, anointing someone with oil symbolizes consecration or setting them apart for a specific purpose, such as a priest or king. It also signifies the pouring out of God's blessings and empowerment on that individual for the task ahead.
Mizpah
Samuel, on instructions from God, anointed Saul as King of Israel by pouring oil over his head. He continued to serve in Saul's administration as an adviser, telling him God's will and reprimanding Saul when he does not comply.
Saul, the farmer boy of the Old Testament Unable to find Saul being anointed king and prophet. The man Christ Jesus was anointed prophet, priest, and king, but I can find no other reference to any other person. Saul was only anointed king, as was David and Solomon, etc.
He, king Saul was only anointed by the prophet Samuel , as the first king.
Saul was anointed by Samuel as the first king of Israel.
the Prophet Samuel
Samuel anointed him with oil after giving him the choice meat
King Saul and King David were both anointed by the prophet Samuel. (1 Samuel 10:1) Samuel then took the flask of oil and poured it out on Saul's head. He kissed him and said: "Has not Jehovah anointed you as a leader over his inheritance? (1 Samuel 16:13) 13 So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers. And the spirit of Jehovah began to empower David from that day forward. Samuel later rose and went his way to Ra′mah.
Samuel anointed Saul the first King of Israel, I Samuel 10.
Saul
Saul, the father of Jonathan, who was later replaced by David son of Jesse.