Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version So Saul went to Naioth at Ramah. But the Spirit of God came even on him, and he walked along prophesying until he came to Naioth. New Living Translation But on the way to Naioth in Ramah the Spirit of God came even upon Saul, and he, too, began to prophesy all the way to Naioth! English Standard Version And he went there to Naioth in Ramah. And the Spirit of God came upon him also, and as he went he prophesied until he came to Naioth in Ramah. Berean Standard Bible 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. King James Bible And he went thither to Naioth in Ramah: and the Spirit of God was upon him also, and he went on, and prophesied, until he came to Naioth in Ramah. New King James Version So he went there to Naioth in Ramah. Then the Spirit of God was upon him also, and he went on and prophesied until he came to Naioth in Ramah. New American Standard Bible So he proceeded there to Naioth in Ramah; but the Spirit of God came upon him also, so that he went along prophesying continually until he came to Naioth in Ramah. NASB 1995 He proceeded there to Naioth in Ramah; and the Spirit of God came upon him also, so that he went along prophesying continually until he came to Naioth in Ramah. NASB 1977 And he proceeded there to Naioth in Ramah; and the Spirit of God came upon him also, so that he went along prophesying continually until he came to Naioth in Ramah. Legacy Standard Bible So he went there, to Naioth in Ramah; and the Spirit of God came upon him also, so that he went along prophesying continually until he came to Naioth in Ramah. Amplified Bible So he went on to Naioth in Ramah; and the Spirit of God came upon him too, and he went along continually prophesying until he came to Naioth in Ramah. Christian Standard Bible So he went to Naioth in Ramah. The Spirit of God also came on him, and as he walked along, he prophesied until he entered Naioth in Ramah. Holman Christian Standard Bible So he went to Naioth in Ramah. The Spirit of God also came on him, and as he walked along, he prophesied until he entered Naioth in Ramah. American Standard Version And he went thither to Naioth in Ramah: and the Spirit of God came upon him also, and he went on, and prophesied, until he came to Naioth in Ramah. Contemporary English Version Saul left for Ramah. But as he walked along, the Spirit of God took control of him, and he started prophesying. Then, when he reached Prophets Village, English Revised Version And he went thither to Naioth in Ramah: and the spirit of God came upon him also, and he went on, and prophesied, until he came to Naioth in Ramah. GOD'S WORD® Translation As he went toward the pastures at Ramah, God's Spirit came over him too. He continued his journey, prophesying until he came to the pastures at Ramah. Good News Translation As he was going there, the spirit of God took control of him also, and he danced and shouted all the way to Naioth. International Standard Version Saul went to Naioth in Ramah, and the Spirit of God came on him also. He continued in prophetic ecstasy until he came to Naioth in Ramah. Majority Standard Bible 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. NET Bible So Saul went to Naioth in Ramah. The Spirit of God came upon him as well, and he walked along prophesying until he came to Naioth in Ramah. New Heart English Bible So he went to the dwellings at Ramah. Then the Spirit of God came on him also, and he went on, and prophesied, until he came to the dwellings in Ramah. Webster's Bible Translation And he went thither to Naioth in Ramah: and the Spirit of God was upon him also, and he went on, and prophesied, until he came to Naioth in Ramah. World English Bible He went there to Naioth in Ramah. Then God’s Spirit came on him also, and he went on, and prophesied, until he came to Naioth in Ramah. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd he goes there—to Naioth in Ramah, and the Spirit of God is on him also; and he goes, going on, and he prophesies until his coming to Naioth in Ramah, Young's Literal Translation And he goeth thither -- unto Naioth in Ramah, and the Spirit of God is upon him -- him also; and he goeth, going on, and he prophesieth till his coming in to Naioth in Ramah, Smith's Literal Translation And he will go there to Naioth in Ramah: and the spirit of God will be upon him, him also, and going, he will go and prophesy even till his coming into Naioth in Ramah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he went to Najoth in Ramatha, and the spirit of the Lord came upon him also, and he went on, and prophesied till he came to Najoth in Ramatha. Catholic Public Domain Version And he went to Naioth, in Ramah, and the Spirit of the Lord came to him also. And he continued on, walking and prophesying, until he arrived at Naioth, in Ramah. New American Bible As he walked from there to Naioth in Ramah, the spirit of God came upon him also, and he continued on, acting like a prophet until he reached Naioth in Ramah. New Revised Standard Version He went there, toward Naioth in Ramah; and the spirit of God came upon him. As he was going, he fell into a prophetic frenzy, until he came to Naioth in Ramah. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he went toward Jonath in Ramtha; and the Spirit of God came upon him also; and he went on, and prophesied, until he came to Jonath in Ramtha. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he went on there to Yonath that is in Ramtha, and the Spirit of God was also upon him and he went on and he prophesied until he arrived at Yonath that is in Ramtha OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And he went thither to Naioth in Ramah; and the spirit of God came upon him also, and he went on, and prophesied, until he came to Naioth in Ramah. Brenton Septuagint Translation And he went thence to Navath in Rama: and there came the Spirit of God upon him also, and he went on prophesying till he came to Navath in Rama. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Michal Saves David…22Finally, 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. 23So 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. 24Then 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?”… Cross References Numbers 11:25 Then the LORD came down in the cloud and spoke to him, and He took some of the Spirit that was on Moses and placed that Spirit on the seventy elders. As the Spirit rested on them, they prophesied—but they never did so again. 1 Samuel 10:10 When Saul and his servant arrived at Gibeah, a group of prophets met him. Then the Spirit of God rushed upon him, and he prophesied along with them. 1 Samuel 16:13 So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and the Spirit of the LORD rushed upon David from that day forward. Then Samuel set out and went to Ramah. 2 Kings 3:15 But now, bring me a harpist.” And while the harpist played, the hand of the LORD came upon Elisha Joel 2:28 And afterward, I will pour out My Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions. Acts 2:17 ‘In the last days, God says, I will pour out My Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams. Acts 10:44 While Peter was still speaking these words, the Holy Spirit fell upon all who heard his message. John 11:51 Caiaphas did not say this on his own. Instead, as high priest that year, he was prophesying that Jesus would die for the nation, 2 Peter 1:21 For no such prophecy was ever brought forth by the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit. 1 Corinthians 14:32 The spirits of prophets are subject to prophets. 1 Corinthians 14:37 If anyone considers himself a prophet or spiritual person, let him acknowledge that what I am writing you is the Lord’s command. 1 Corinthians 12:10 to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another distinguishing between spirits, to another speaking in various tongues, and to still another the interpretation of tongues. 1 Corinthians 12:28 And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, and those with gifts of healing, helping, administration, and various tongues. 1 Corinthians 14:1 Earnestly pursue love and eagerly desire spiritual gifts, especially the gift of prophecy. 1 Corinthians 14:39 So, my brothers, be eager to prophesy, and do not forbid speaking in tongues. Treasury of Scripture And he went thither to Naioth in Ramah: and the Spirit of God was on him also, and he went on, and prophesied, until he came to Naioth in Ramah. the Spirit 1 Samuel 19:20 And Saul sent messengers to take David: and when they saw the company of the prophets prophesying, and Samuel standing as appointed over them, the Spirit of God was upon the messengers of Saul, and they also prophesied. 1 Samuel 10:10 And when they came thither to the hill, behold, a company of prophets met him; and the Spirit of God came upon him, and he prophesied among them. Numbers 23:5 And the LORD put a word in Balaam's mouth, and said, Return unto Balak, and thus thou shalt speak. until he came Proverbs 16:9 A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps. Proverbs 21:1 The king's heart is in the hand of the LORD, as the rivers of water: he turneth it whithersoever he will. Jump to Previous Acting Continually Naioth Nai'oth Proceeded Prophesied Prophesying Prophet Ramah Saul Spirit Thither WalkedJump to Next Acting Continually Naioth Nai'oth Proceeded Prophesied Prophesying Prophet Ramah Saul Spirit Thither Walked1 Samuel 19 1. Elkanah, a Levite, having two wives, worships yearly at Shiloh4. He cherishes Hannah, though barren, and provoked by Peninnah 9. Hannah in grief prays for a child 12. Eli first rebuking her, afterwards blesses her 19. Hannah, having born Samuel, stays at home till he is weaned 24. She presents him, according to her vow, to the Lord So Saul went to Naioth in Ramah. Naioth in Ramah was a place where the prophet Samuel and a group of prophets resided. Ramah was Samuel's hometown, located in the territory of Benjamin. Saul's journey to Naioth was driven by his intent to capture David, who had sought refuge there. This reflects Saul's increasing desperation and paranoia as he pursued David, whom he saw as a threat to his throne. The geographical setting underscores the tension between Saul and David, as Ramah was a place of spiritual significance, being associated with the prophet Samuel. But the Spirit of God came upon even Saul, and he walked along prophesying until he came to Naioth in Ramah. Persons / Places / Events 1. SaulThe first king of Israel, anointed by Samuel, who is experiencing a decline in his spiritual and mental state due to his disobedience to God. 2. Naioth A place in Ramah where a group of prophets, including Samuel, were gathered. It served as a prophetic community or school. 3. Ramah The hometown of Samuel, the prophet who anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel. 4. Spirit of God The divine presence and power that comes upon individuals, enabling them to prophesy or perform acts beyond their natural abilities. 5. Prophesying Speaking under the influence of the Holy Spirit, often involving declarations of God's will or future events. Teaching Points The Sovereignty of GodGod's Spirit can intervene in the lives of individuals, regardless of their intentions or spiritual state, demonstrating His ultimate control over human affairs. The Power of the Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit empowers individuals to speak and act beyond their natural capabilities, emphasizing the importance of being open to the Spirit's leading in our lives. God's Protection of His Anointed Despite Saul's intentions to harm David, God intervenes, showing His protection over those He has chosen and anointed for His purposes. Unexpected Instruments of God God can use anyone, even those who are opposed to Him, to fulfill His purposes, reminding us not to underestimate how God might work in and through others. The Importance of Community Naioth at Ramah represents a community of believers where the Spirit of God is active, highlighting the value of being part of a faith community for spiritual growth and protection. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew So Saul wentוַיֵּ֣לֶךְ (way·yê·leḵ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to Naioth נָי֖וֹת (nā·yō·wṯ) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 5121: Naioth -- an abode of prophets in Ramah. בָּרָמָ֑ה (bā·rā·māh) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 7414: Ramah -- 'height', the name of several places in Israel But the Spirit ר֣וּחַ (rū·aḥ) Noun - common singular construct Strong's 7307: Wind, breath, exhalation, life, anger, unsubstantiality, a region of the sky, spirit of God אֱלֹהִ֗ים (’ĕ·lō·hîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative came וַתְּהִי֩ (wat·tə·hî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be upon עָלָ֨יו (‘ā·lāw) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against even גַּם־ (gam-) Conjunction Strong's 1571: Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, and [Saul], ה֜וּא (hū) Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are and he walked along וַיֵּ֤לֶךְ (way·yê·leḵ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk prophesying וַיִּתְנַבֵּ֔א (way·yiṯ·nab·bê) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hitpael - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5012: To prophesy, speak, by inspiration until עַד־ (‘aḏ-) Preposition Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while he came to בֹּא֖וֹ (bō·’ōw) Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go Naioth בְּנָי֥וֹת (bə·nā·yō·wṯ) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 5121: Naioth -- an abode of prophets in Ramah. בָּרָמָֽה׃ (bā·rā·māh) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 7414: Ramah -- 'height', the name of several places in Israel Links 1 Samuel 19:23 NIV1 Samuel 19:23 NLT 1 Samuel 19:23 ESV 1 Samuel 19:23 NASB 1 Samuel 19:23 KJV 1 Samuel 19:23 BibleApps.com 1 Samuel 19:23 Biblia Paralela 1 Samuel 19:23 Chinese Bible 1 Samuel 19:23 French Bible 1 Samuel 19:23 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Samuel 19:23 He went there to Naioth in Ramah: (1Sa iSam 1 Sam i sa) |
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