► Principle 2: In speech stories, the main event is the speech, not the story surrounding it. What is said matters most. Speech stories include reports of Moses’ speeches to Pharaoh (Ex. 5–10), Solomon’s speech and prayer at the dedication of the temple (1 Kings 8), and the sermons of Peter and Paul (Acts 2; 13; 17). In speech stories, there are characters in a setting and perhaps limited action, but the speech is the main action. To interpret speech stories, ask why the speaker gave his speech.