The core of Saul’s disobedience was that _________?

A. He didn’t perform the task of smiting the Amalekites to the letter
B. He preserved the booty for himself
C. He freed the Kenites
D. He refused to carry out God’s assignment on eliminating the Amalekites

Correct Answer: Option A

A. He didn’t perform the task of smiting the Amalekites to the letter

Explanation

Saul actually carried out God’s assignment to destroy Amalek. The gist of his disobedience was that he didn’t perform this assignment according to the prescribed instructions, he spared Agag and reserved choice animals for himself