Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version When Saul saw how successful he was, he was afraid of him. New Living Translation When Saul recognized this, he became even more afraid of him. English Standard Version And when Saul saw that he had great success, he stood in fearful awe of him. Berean Standard Bible When Saul saw that David was very successful, he was afraid of him. King James Bible Wherefore when Saul saw that he behaved himself very wisely, he was afraid of him. New King James Version Therefore, when Saul saw that he behaved very wisely, he was afraid of him. New American Standard Bible When Saul saw that he was very successful, he was afraid of him. NASB 1995 When Saul saw that he was prospering greatly, he dreaded him. NASB 1977 When Saul saw that he was prospering greatly, he dreaded him. Legacy Standard Bible Then Saul saw that he was prospering greatly, so he dreaded him. Amplified Bible When Saul saw that he was prospering greatly, he was afraid of him. Christian Standard Bible When Saul observed that David was very successful, he dreaded him. Holman Christian Standard Bible When Saul observed that David was very successful, he dreaded him. American Standard Version And when Saul saw that he behaved himself very wisely, he stood in awe of him. Contemporary English Version This made Saul even more afraid of David. English Revised Version And when Saul saw that he behaved himself very wisely, he stood in awe of him. GOD'S WORD® Translation Saul noticed how very successful he was and became [even more] afraid of him. Good News Translation Saul noticed David's success and became even more afraid of him. International Standard Version When Saul saw that David was highly successful, he feared him. Majority Standard Bible When Saul saw that David was very successful, he was afraid of him. NET Bible When Saul saw how very successful he was, he was afraid of him. New Heart English Bible When Saul saw that he behaved himself very wisely, he stood in awe of him. Webster's Bible Translation Wherefore when Saul saw that he behaved himself very wisely, he was afraid of him. World English Bible When Saul saw that he behaved himself very wisely, he stood in awe of him. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand Saul sees that he is acting very wisely, and is afraid of him, Young's Literal Translation and Saul seeth that he is acting very wisely, and is afraid of him, Smith's Literal Translation And Saul will see that he is prudent greatly, and he will be afraid of his face. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Saul saw that he was exceeding prudent, and began to beware of him. Catholic Public Domain Version And so, Saul saw that he was exceedingly prudent, and he began to be wary of him. New American Bible Seeing how he prospered, Saul feared David. New Revised Standard Version When Saul saw that he had great success, he stood in awe of him. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd when Saul saw that he was exceedingly wise, he was afraid of him. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Shaul saw that he was very intelligent, and he was afraid before him OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And when Saul saw that he had great success, he stood in awe of him. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Saul saw that he was very wise, and he was afraid of him. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Saul Envies David…14and he continued to prosper in all his ways, because the LORD was with him. 15When Saul saw that David was very successful, he was afraid of him. 16But all Israel and Judah loved David, because he was leading them out to battle and back.… Cross References Genesis 39:3-4 When his master saw that the LORD was with him and made him prosper in all he did, / Joseph found favor in his sight and became his personal attendant. Potiphar put him in charge of his household and entrusted him with everything he owned. Exodus 11:3 And the LORD gave the people favor in the sight of the Egyptians. Moreover, Moses himself was highly regarded in Egypt by Pharaoh’s officials and by the people. Joshua 6:27 So the LORD was with Joshua, and his fame spread throughout the land. 1 Samuel 16:18 One of the servants answered, “I have seen a son of Jesse of Bethlehem who knows how to play the harp. He is a mighty man of valor, a warrior, eloquent and handsome, and the LORD is with him.” 1 Samuel 17:15 but David went back and forth from Saul to tend his father’s sheep in Bethlehem. 1 Samuel 24:17-20 and said to David, “You are more righteous than I, for you have rewarded me with good, though I have rewarded you with evil. / And you have declared this day how you have treated me well, for when the LORD delivered me into your hand, you did not kill me. / When a man finds his enemy, does he let him go away unharmed? May the LORD reward you with good for what you have done for me this day. ... 2 Samuel 5:10 And David became greater and greater, for the LORD God of Hosts was with him. 2 Samuel 8:6 Then he placed garrisons in Aram of Damascus, and the Arameans became subject to David and brought him tribute. So the LORD made David victorious wherever he went. 2 Kings 18:7 And the LORD was with Hezekiah, and he prospered wherever he went. He rebelled against the king of Assyria and refused to serve him. Psalm 18:43 You have delivered me from the strife of the people; You have made me the head of nations; a people I had not known shall serve me. Psalm 89:20-21 I have found My servant David; with My sacred oil I have anointed him. / My hand will sustain him; surely My arm will strengthen him. Proverbs 16:7 When a man’s ways please the LORD, He makes even the man’s enemies live at peace with him. Isaiah 41:10 Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. Daniel 6:3 Soon, by his extraordinary spirit, Daniel distinguished himself among the administrators and satraps. So the king planned to set him over the whole kingdom. Matthew 5:16 In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Treasury of Scripture Why when Saul saw that he behaved himself very wisely, he was afraid of him. wisely Psalm 112:5 A good man sheweth favour, and lendeth: he will guide his affairs with discretion. Daniel 6:4,5 Then the presidents and princes sought to find occasion against Daniel concerning the kingdom; but they could find none occasion nor fault; forasmuch as he was faithful, neither was there any error or fault found in him… Colossians 4:5 Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time. Jump to Previous Acting Afraid Awe Behaved Dreaded Prospered Prospering Saul Stood Success Successful Wherefore WiselyJump to Next Acting Afraid Awe Behaved Dreaded Prospered Prospering Saul Stood Success Successful Wherefore Wisely1 Samuel 18 1. Jonathan befriends David5. Saul envies his praise 10. seeks to kill him in his fury 12. fears him for his good success 17. offers him his daughters for snare 23. David persuaded to be the king's son-in-law, 25. gives two hundred foreskins of the Philistines for Michal's dowry 28. Saul's hatred and David's glory increase When Saul saw that David was very successful Saul's observation of David's success highlights the divine favor upon David, which is a recurring theme in his life. David's success can be attributed to the Spirit of the Lord being with him, as seen earlier in 1 Samuel 16:13-14, where the Spirit of the Lord departs from Saul and comes upon David. This success is not merely military but also in gaining the favor of the people and Saul's own household, as seen in 1 Samuel 18:5. The Hebrew word for "successful" can also imply wisdom and prudence, indicating that David's success was comprehensive, encompassing both his actions and his character. he was afraid of him Persons / Places / Events 1. SaulThe first king of Israel, anointed by the prophet Samuel. Saul's reign was marked by disobedience to God, leading to his eventual rejection as king. 2. David A young shepherd anointed by Samuel to be the future king of Israel. Known for his faithfulness to God, David gained favor and success, which caused Saul to become fearful and jealous. 3. Israel The nation over which Saul reigned as king. The people of Israel were witnesses to the growing tension between Saul and David. 4. Success of David David's success in battle and his growing popularity among the people of Israel were evident signs of God's favor upon him. 5. Fear of Saul Saul's fear of David was rooted in jealousy and insecurity, as he recognized the Lord's presence with David. Teaching Points The Source of True SuccessTrue success comes from the Lord's presence and favor. David's success was not due to his own abilities but because the Lord was with him. Believers should seek God's presence in their lives as the foundation for true success. The Dangers of Jealousy and Fear Saul's fear and jealousy of David led to destructive behavior. Jealousy can consume and lead to irrational actions. Christians are called to rejoice with those who rejoice and trust in God's plan for their own lives. Recognizing God's Anointing Saul's fear was partly due to recognizing God's anointing on David. Believers should be discerning of God's work in others and support rather than oppose those whom God has chosen to bless and use. Trusting in God's Sovereignty Despite Saul's fear and attempts to harm him, David trusted in God's sovereignty and timing. Christians are encouraged to trust in God's plan, even when faced with opposition or fear. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew When Saulשָׁא֔וּל (šā·’ūl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7586: Saul -- first king of Israel, also an Edomite and two Israelites saw וַיַּ֣רְא (way·yar) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7200: To see that אֲשֶׁר־ (’ă·šer-) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that David ה֖וּא (hū) Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are was very מְאֹ֑ד (mə·’ōḏ) Adverb Strong's 3966: Vehemence, vehemently, wholly, speedily successful, מַשְׂכִּ֣יל (maś·kîl) Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 7919: To be, circumspect, intelligent he was afraid וַיָּ֖גָר (way·yā·ḡār) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1481: To turn aside from the road, sojourn, to shrink, fear, to gather for, hostility of him. מִפָּנָֽיו׃ (mip·pā·nāw) Preposition-m | Noun - common plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 6440: The face Links 1 Samuel 18:15 NIV1 Samuel 18:15 NLT 1 Samuel 18:15 ESV 1 Samuel 18:15 NASB 1 Samuel 18:15 KJV 1 Samuel 18:15 BibleApps.com 1 Samuel 18:15 Biblia Paralela 1 Samuel 18:15 Chinese Bible 1 Samuel 18:15 French Bible 1 Samuel 18:15 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Samuel 18:15 When Saul saw that he behaved himself (1Sa iSam 1 Sam i sa) |
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