Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Saul replied, “He assured us that the donkeys had been found.” But he did not tell his uncle what Samuel had said about the kingship. New Living Translation “He told us that the donkeys had already been found,” Saul replied. But Saul didn’t tell his uncle what Samuel said about the kingdom. English Standard Version And Saul said to his uncle, “He told us plainly that the donkeys had been found.” But about the matter of the kingdom, of which Samuel had spoken, he did not tell him anything. Berean Standard Bible And Saul replied, “He assured us that the donkeys had been found.” But Saul did not tell his uncle what Samuel had said about the kingship. King James Bible And Saul said unto his uncle, He told us plainly that the asses were found. But of the matter of the kingdom, whereof Samuel spake, he told him not. New King James Version So Saul said to his uncle, “He told us plainly that the donkeys had been found.” But about the matter of the kingdom, he did not tell him what Samuel had said. New American Standard Bible So Saul said to his uncle, “He told us plainly that the donkeys had been found.” But he did not tell him about the matter of the kingdom which Samuel had mentioned. NASB 1995 So Saul said to his uncle, “He told us plainly that the donkeys had been found.” But he did not tell him about the matter of the kingdom which Samuel had mentioned. NASB 1977 So Saul said to his uncle, “He told us plainly that the donkeys had been found.” But he did not tell him about the matter of the kingdom which Samuel had mentioned. Legacy Standard Bible So Saul said to his uncle, “He told us plainly that the donkeys had been found.” But he did not tell him about the matter of the kingdom which Samuel had said. Amplified Bible And Saul said to his uncle, “He told us plainly that the donkeys had been found.” But he did not tell him about the matter of the kingdom which Samuel had mentioned. Christian Standard Bible Saul told him, “He assured us the donkeys had been found.” However, Saul did not tell him what Samuel had said about the matter of kingship. Holman Christian Standard Bible Saul told him, “He assured us the donkeys had been found.” However, Saul did not tell him what Samuel had said about the matter of kingship. American Standard Version And Saul said unto his uncle, He told us plainly that the asses were found. But concerning the matter of the kingdom, whereof Samuel spake, he told him not. Contemporary English Version Saul answered, "He told us the donkeys had been found." But Saul didn't mention that Samuel had chosen him to be king. English Revised Version And Saul said unto his uncle, He told us plainly that the asses were found. But concerning the matter of the kingdom, whereof Samuel spake, he told him not. GOD'S WORD® Translation "He assured us the donkeys had been found," Saul answered his uncle. But Saul didn't tell him what Samuel said [about his becoming king]. Good News Translation "He told us that the animals had been found," Saul answered--but he did not tell his uncle what Samuel had said about his becoming king. International Standard Version Saul told his uncle, "He actually told us that the donkeys had been found," but he did not tell him about the matter of kingship about which Samuel had spoken. Majority Standard Bible And Saul replied, ?He assured us that the donkeys had been found.? But Saul did not tell his uncle what Samuel had said about the kingship. NET Bible Saul said to his uncle, "He assured us that the donkeys had been found." But Saul did not tell him what Samuel had said about the matter of kingship. New Heart English Bible Saul said to his uncle, "He told us plainly that the donkeys were found." But concerning the matter of the kingdom he did not tell him. Webster's Bible Translation And Saul said to his uncle, He told us plainly that the asses were found. But of the matter of the kingdom, of which Samuel spoke, he told him not. World English Bible Saul said to his uncle, “He told us plainly that the donkeys were found.” But concerning the matter of the kingdom, of which Samuel spoke, he didn’t tell him. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Saul says to his uncle, “He certainly declared to us that the donkeys were found”; and of the matter of the kingdom he has not declared to him that which Samuel said. Young's Literal Translation And Saul saith unto his uncle, 'He certainly declared to us that the asses were found;' and of the matter of the kingdom he hath not declared to him that which Samuel said. Smith's Literal Translation And Saul will say to his friend, Announcing, he announced to us that they found the asses; and the word of the kingdom he announced not to him, which Samuel said to him. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Saul said to his uncle: He told us that the asses were found. But of the matter of the kingdom of which Samuel had spoken to him, he told him not. Catholic Public Domain Version And Saul said to his uncle, “He told us that the donkeys would be found.” But the word about the kingdom, which Samuel had spoken to him, he did not reveal to him. New American Bible Saul said to his uncle, “He assured us that the donkeys had been found.” But Saul told him nothing about what Samuel had said about the kingship. New Revised Standard Version Saul said to his uncle, “He told us that the donkeys had been found.” But about the matter of the kingship, of which Samuel had spoken, he did not tell him anything. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Saul said to his uncle, He told us plainly that the asses were found. But of the matter of the kingdom of which Samuel had spoken, he did not tell him. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Shaul said to his paternal uncle, “He told me that the donkeys were found”, and he did not tell him the matter of the kingdom that Shemueil told him OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Saul said unto his uncle: 'He told us plainly that the asses were found.' But concerning the matter of the kingdom, whereof Samuel spoke, he told him not. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Saul said to his kinsman, he verily told me that the asses were found. But the matter of the kingdom he told him not. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Samuel's Signs Fulfilled…15“Tell me,” Saul’s uncle asked, “what did Samuel say to you?” 16And Saul replied, “He assured us that the donkeys had been found.” But Saul did not tell his uncle what Samuel had said about the kingship. Cross References 1 Samuel 9:27 As they were going down to the edge of the city, Samuel said to Saul, “Tell the servant to go on ahead of us, but you stay for a while, and I will reveal to you the word of God.” So the servant went on. 1 Samuel 15:16-17 “Stop!” exclaimed Samuel. “Let me tell you what the LORD said to me last night.” “Tell me,” Saul replied. / And Samuel said, “Although you were once small in your own eyes, have you not become the head of the tribes of Israel? The LORD anointed you king over Israel 1 Samuel 16:2 “How can I go?” Samuel asked. “Saul will hear of it and kill me!” The LORD answered, “Take a heifer with you and say, ‘I have come to sacrifice to the LORD.’ 1 Samuel 19:22-24 Finally, Saul himself left for Ramah and came to the large cistern at Secu, where he asked, “Where are Samuel and David?” “At Naioth in Ramah,” he was told. / So Saul went to Naioth in Ramah. But the Spirit of God came upon even Saul, and he walked along prophesying until he came to Naioth in Ramah. / Then Saul stripped off his robes and also prophesied before Samuel. And he collapsed and lay naked all that day and night. That is why it is said, “Is Saul also among the prophets?” 1 Samuel 20:39 But the boy did not know anything; only Jonathan and David knew the arrangement. 1 Samuel 22:12-15 “Listen now, son of Ahitub,” said Saul. “Here I am, my lord,” he replied. / And Saul asked him, “Why have you and the son of Jesse conspired against me? You gave him bread and a sword and inquired of God for him so that he could rise up against me to lie in wait, as he is doing today.” / Ahimelech answered the king, “Who among all your servants is as faithful as David, the king’s son-in-law, the captain of your bodyguard and honored in your house? ... 1 Samuel 24:12 May the LORD judge between you and me, and may the LORD take vengeance on you, but my hand will never be against you. 1 Samuel 28:6 He inquired of the LORD, but the LORD did not answer him by dreams or Urim or prophets. 1 Samuel 31:4 Then Saul said to his armor-bearer, “Draw your sword and run me through with it, or these uncircumcised men will come and run me through and torture me!” But his armor-bearer was terrified and refused to do it. So Saul took his own sword and fell on it. 2 Samuel 1:5-10 Then David asked the young man who had brought him the report, “How do you know that Saul and his son Jonathan are dead?” / “I happened to be on Mount Gilboa,” he replied, “and there was Saul, leaning on his spear, with the chariots and the cavalry closing in on him. / When he turned around and saw me, he called out to me, and I answered, ‘Here I am!’ ... 2 Kings 5:25-27 When Gehazi went in and stood before his master, Elisha asked him, “Gehazi, where have you been?” “Your servant did not go anywhere,” he replied. / But Elisha questioned him, “Did not my spirit go with you when the man got down from his chariot to meet you? Is this the time to accept money and clothing, olive groves and vineyards, sheep and oxen, menservants and maidservants? / Therefore, the leprosy of Naaman will cling to you and your descendants forever!” And as Gehazi left his presence, he was leprous—as white as snow. Proverbs 12:23 A shrewd man keeps his knowledge to himself, but a foolish heart proclaims its folly. Proverbs 13:16 Every prudent man acts with knowledge, but a fool displays his folly. Proverbs 29:11 A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back. Matthew 7:6 Do not give dogs what is holy; do not throw your pearls before swine. If you do, they may trample them under their feet, and then turn and tear you to pieces. Treasury of Scripture And Saul said to his uncle, He told us plainly that the asses were found. But of the matter of the kingdom, whereof Samuel spoke, he told him not. matter 1 Samuel 9:27 And as they were going down to the end of the city, Samuel said to Saul, Bid the servant pass on before us, (and he passed on,) but stand thou still a while, that I may shew thee the word of God. Exodus 4:18 And Moses went and returned to Jethro his father in law, and said unto him, Let me go, I pray thee, and return unto my brethren which are in Egypt, and see whether they be yet alive. And Jethro said to Moses, Go in peace. Judges 14:6 And the Spirit of the LORD came mightily upon him, and he rent him as he would have rent a kid, and he had nothing in his hand: but he told not his father or his mother what he had done. Jump to Previous Asses Assured Declared Donkeys Kingdom Kingship Matter Mentioned Plainly Samuel Samuel's Saul Uncle Whereof Word WordsJump to Next Asses Assured Declared Donkeys Kingdom Kingship Matter Mentioned Plainly Samuel Samuel's Saul Uncle Whereof Word Words1 Samuel 10 1. Samuel anoints Saul2. He confirms him by prediction of three signs 9. Saul's heart is changed, and he prophesies 14. He conceals the matter of the kingdom from his uncle 17. Saul is chosen at Mizpeh by lot 26. The different affections of his subjects And Saul replied, “He assured us that the donkeys had been found.” In this passage, Saul is speaking to his uncle after returning from his encounter with the prophet Samuel. The context here is that Saul had initially set out to find his father's lost donkeys, which were a valuable asset in ancient Israelite society. The mention of donkeys highlights the agrarian lifestyle and the importance of livestock in the economy and daily life. Saul's response is straightforward and factual, focusing on the immediate concern of the donkeys. This reflects Saul's initial humility and simplicity before he becomes king. The donkeys' recovery can also be seen as a sign of God's providence and care for even the small details of life, which is a recurring theme in Scripture. But Saul did not tell his uncle what Samuel had said about the kingship. Persons / Places / Events 1. SaulThe first king of Israel, chosen by God and anointed by the prophet Samuel. At this point in the account, Saul is still a young man, not yet publicly recognized as king. 2. Saul's Uncle A relative of Saul who inquires about Saul's recent encounter with the prophet Samuel. His curiosity represents the broader interest of the people in Saul's activities. 3. Samuel The last judge of Israel and a prophet who anointed Saul as king. Samuel plays a crucial role in transitioning Israel from a theocracy to a monarchy. 4. The Donkeys The lost donkeys of Saul's father, Kish, which initially set Saul on his journey to meet Samuel. Their recovery symbolizes God's providence and the unfolding of His plan. 5. Kingship The divine appointment of Saul as the first king of Israel, a significant shift in Israel's governance, marking the transition from judges to a monarchy. Teaching Points Divine Timing and RevelationGod's plans often unfold in stages. Saul's reluctance to reveal his kingship reflects a divine timing that is not yet complete. We should trust God's timing in revealing His plans for our lives. Fear of Man vs. Fear of God Saul's omission may indicate a fear of man or uncertainty. As believers, we are called to prioritize God's approval over human opinion. The Role of Humility Saul's initial humility in not boasting about his anointing is commendable. Humility is a virtue that God values and often uses to prepare us for greater responsibilities. Obedience and Faithfulness Saul's journey reminds us of the importance of obedience to God's instructions. Faithfulness in small tasks, like finding the donkeys, can lead to greater responsibilities.(16) He told him not.--It has been suggested ingeniously that this reply was prompted by the characteristic Israelite caution--the fear of betraying prematurely an important secret. It is, however, far better to assume that Samuel had given the young Saul to understand that the revelation respecting his future, and the great state change involved in it, was, in the first instance, for him alone; no other man was as yet to share that great secret with him. In His own good time God would signify His sovereign will and pleasure to Israel; till then, Saul was strictly to keep his own counsel in this important matter. To have imparted the secret to any one would have at once opened the door to secret intrigues and party plotting; one like Abner, especially, would not have been slow in devising schemes to compass so great an end as the placing the crown of Israel on the head of one of his own family. The modesty and humility, as well as the wisdom, of Saul in these early days of his greatness is remarkable. The "changed heart" was indeed an acknowledged fact with him. Wordsworth quotes here how, "in like manner, Samson, in the early days of his humility, told not his parents of the lion. (See Judges 14:6.) So Saul of Tarsus spake not of his visions and revelations of the Lord till he was constrained to do so by his enemies." (See 2Corinthians 12:1.) Hebrew And Saulשָׁאוּל֙ (šā·’ūl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7586: Saul -- first king of Israel, also an Edomite and two Israelites replied, וַיֹּ֤אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “He assured us הַגֵּ֤ד (hag·gêḏ) Verb - Hifil - Infinitive absolute Strong's 5046: To be conspicuous that the donkeys הָאֲתֹנ֑וֹת (hā·’ă·ṯō·nō·wṯ) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 860: A female donkey had been found.” נִמְצְא֖וּ (nim·ṣə·’ū) Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 4672: To come forth to, appear, exist, to attain, find, acquire, to occur, meet, be present But Saul did not לֹֽא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no tell הִגִּיד֙ (hig·gîḏ) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5046: To be conspicuous [his uncle] לָ֔נוּ (lā·nū) Preposition | first person common plural Strong's Hebrew what אֲשֶׁ֖ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that Samuel שְׁמוּאֵֽל׃ (šə·mū·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8050: Samuel -- 'name of God', a prophet of Israel had said אָמַ֥ר (’ā·mar) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say about דְּבַ֤ר (də·ḇar) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause the kingship. הַמְּלוּכָה֙ (ham·mə·lū·ḵāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4410: Something ruled, a realm Links 1 Samuel 10:16 NIV1 Samuel 10:16 NLT 1 Samuel 10:16 ESV 1 Samuel 10:16 NASB 1 Samuel 10:16 KJV 1 Samuel 10:16 BibleApps.com 1 Samuel 10:16 Biblia Paralela 1 Samuel 10:16 Chinese Bible 1 Samuel 10:16 French Bible 1 Samuel 10:16 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Samuel 10:16 Saul said to his uncle He told (1Sa iSam 1 Sam i sa) |
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