1 Samuel 14:33
1 Samuel 14:33 in Multiple Translations
Then someone reported to Saul: “Look, the troops are sinning against the LORD by eating meat with the blood still in it.” “You have broken faith,” said Saul. “Roll a large stone over here at once.”
¶ Then they told Saul, saying, Behold, the people sin against the LORD, in that they eat with the blood. And he said, Ye have transgressed: roll a great stone unto me this day.
Then they told Saul, saying, Behold, the people sin against Jehovah, in that they eat with the blood. And he said, Ye have dealt treacherously: roll a great stone unto me this day.
Then it was said to Saul, See, the people are sinning against the Lord, taking the blood with the flesh. And he said to those who gave him the news, Now let a great stone be rolled to me here.
Saul was told, “Look, the men are sinning against the Lord by eating meat with the blood.” “Law-breakers!” said Saul. “Roll a large stone over here right now!”
Then men tolde Saul, saying, Beholde, the people sinne against the Lord, in that they eate with the blood. And he saide, Ye haue trespassed: roule a great stone vnto me this day.
And they declare to Saul, saying, 'Lo, the people are sinning against Jehovah, to eat with the blood.' And he saith, 'Ye have dealt treacherously, roll unto me to-day a great stone.'
Then they told Saul, saying, “Behold, the people are sinning against the LORD, in that they eat meat with the blood.” He said, “You have dealt treacherously. Roll a large stone to me today!”
Then they told Saul, saying, Behold, the people sin against the LORD, in that they eat with the blood. And he said, Ye have transgressed: roll a great stone to me this day.
And they told Saul that the people had sinned against the Lord, eating with the blood. And he said: You have transgressed: roll here to me now a great stone.
One of the soldiers told Saul, “Look! The men are sinning against Yahweh by eating meat that still has blood in it!” Saul replied to the men who were near him, “They have disobeyed Yahweh! Roll a large stone over here!”
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Study Notes — 1 Samuel 14:33
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Context — Jonathan Eats the Honey
33Then someone reported to Saul: “Look, the troops are sinning against the LORD by eating meat with the blood still in it.” “You have broken faith,” said Saul. “Roll a large stone over here at once.”
34Then he said, “Go among the troops and tell them, ‘Each man must bring me his ox or his sheep, slaughter them in this place, and then eat. Do not sin against the LORD by eating meat with the blood still in it.’” So that night everyone brought his ox and slaughtered it there. 35Then Saul built an altar to the LORD; it was the first time he had built an altar to the LORD.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Romans 2:1 | You, therefore, have no excuse, you who pass judgment on another. For on whatever grounds you judge the other, you are condemning yourself, because you who pass judgment do the same things. |
| 2 | Matthew 7:5 | You hypocrite! First take the beam out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye. |
1 Samuel 14:33 Summary
This verse shows how important it is to obey God's commands, even in the midst of battle or when we are very hungry. The troops were so hungry that they ate meat with the blood still in it, which was against God's commands (as seen in Leviticus 17:10-14). Saul corrected them by having them slaughter the animals properly on a large stone, so they could eat without sinning. This teaches us to always try to do what is right, even when it is hard, and to trust God to provide for us (as in Matthew 6:33).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the troops sin against the Lord by eating meat with the blood still in it?
The troops sinned against the Lord because they were greedy and did not follow the instructions given in Leviticus 17:10-14, which prohibits eating meat with blood in it, and Deuteronomy 12:16, which also emphasizes the importance of not consuming blood.
What does it mean to 'break faith' as Saul said in this verse?
To 'break faith' means to disobey or be unfaithful to God's commands, in this case, the command not to eat blood, as seen in Leviticus 17:10-14 and reinforced in Acts 15:20, where the early church also instructed Gentile believers to abstain from blood.
Why did Saul order a large stone to be rolled over?
Saul ordered a large stone to be rolled over so that the troops could slaughter their animals on it and then eat, ensuring they did not sin against the Lord by eating meat with the blood still in it, following the principle found in Deuteronomy 12:21, which allows for the slaughter of animals for food in a manner pleasing to God.
How does this verse relate to the concept of obedience to God's commands?
This verse illustrates the importance of obedience to God's commands, as seen in Romans 6:17, where obedience to God's commands is highlighted as a key aspect of the Christian life, and in 1 Samuel 15:22-23, where disobedience is equated with rebellion against God.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways in which I might be 'breaking faith' with God in my own life, and how can I correct these areas?
- How does the concept of obedience to God's commands, as seen in this verse, apply to my daily life and decisions?
- In what ways can I ensure that my actions and decisions are pleasing to God, just as Saul sought to correct the troops' behavior in this verse?
- What role does greed or impatience play in my life, and how can I overcome these tendencies to better follow God's will, as seen in the troops' rush to eat the plunder?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 14:33
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Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Samuel 14:33
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 14:33
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Samuel 14:33
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Samuel 14:33
Cambridge Bible on 1 Samuel 14:33
Barnes' Notes on 1 Samuel 14:33
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Samuel 14:33
Sermons on 1 Samuel 14:33
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(First Baptist Church) #2 - Conscience by J. Edwin Orr | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit in convicting and convincing the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment. He discusses the importance of worki |
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Practical Response Resulting From Our View of God by Lou Sutera | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the power of God's presence in a gathering of 1,700 people. He describes moments of brokenness before God and the impact of a teenager shari |
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