1 Samuel 15:10
1 Samuel 15:10 in Multiple Translations
Then the word of the LORD came to Samuel, saying,
¶ Then came the word of the LORD unto Samuel, saying,
Then came the word of Jehovah unto Samuel, saying,
Then the Lord said to Samuel,
The Lord sent a message to Samuel, saying,
Then came the worde of the Lord vnto Samuel, saying,
And the word of Jehovah is unto Samuel, saying,
Then the LORD’s word came to Samuel, saying,
Then came the word of the LORD to Samuel, saying,
And the word of the Lord came to Samuel, saying:
Then Yahweh said to Samuel,
That day God said to that old man Samuel,
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Samuel 15:10
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1 Samuel 15:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וַֽ/יְהִי֙
דְּבַר
יְהוָ֔ה
אֶל
שְׁמוּאֵ֖ל
לֵ/אמֹֽר
וַֽ/יְהִי֙
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
דְּבַר
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-ms
יְהוָ֔ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
שְׁמוּאֵ֖ל
Shᵉmûwʼêl
H8050
Shemuel
N-proper
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Samuel 15:10
וַֽ/יְהִי֙
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
דְּבַר
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
N-ms
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
יְהוָ֔ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
שְׁמוּאֵ֖ל
Shᵉmûwʼêl
H8050
"Shemuel"
N-proper
Shemuel was the name of three Israelites, including a judge and prophet of Israel during the time of King Saul and King David. His name means his name is El and he was the son of Elkanah and Hannah.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Issachar living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, only mentioned at 1Ch.7.2; son of: Tola (H8439); brother of: Uzzi (H5813H), Rephaiah (H7509I), Jeriel (H3400), Jahmai (H3181) and Ibsam (H3005) § Samuel = "his name is El" 1) son of Elkanah by his wife Hannah and judge or prophet of Israel during the days of Saul and David 2) son Ammihud and the prince of the tribe of Simeon who was chosen to divide the land of Canaan between the tribes. Spelled 'Shemuel' 3) son of Tola and grandson of Issachar. Spelled 'Shemuel'
Usage: Occurs in 120 OT verses. KJV: Samuel, Shemuel. See also: Numbers 34:20; 1 Samuel 12:1; Psalms 99:6.
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
Study Notes — 1 Samuel 15:10
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Context — Samuel Denounces Saul
8He captured Agag king of Amalek alive, but devoted all the others to destruction with the sword.
9Saul and his troops spared Agag, along with the best of the sheep and cattle, the fat calves and lambs, and the best of everything else. They were unwilling to devote them to destruction, but they devoted to destruction all that was despised and worthless.
10Then the word of the LORD came to Samuel, saying,
11“I regret that I have made Saul king, for he has turned away from following Me and has not carried out My instructions.” And Samuel was distressed and cried out to the LORD all that night. 12Early in the morning Samuel got up to confront Saul, but he was told, “Saul has gone to Carmel, and behold, he has set up a monument for himself and has turned and gone down to Gilgal.”1 Samuel 15:10 Summary
In 1 Samuel 15:10, the word of the Lord comes to Samuel, which means that God is speaking to him and guiding him. This is an important moment in the story, as it shows that God is still actively involved in the lives of His people, as promised in Jeremiah 29:11. Just like Samuel, we can trust that God will guide us and speak to us, if we listen, as encouraged in Psalm 32:8, which says, 'I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.' By seeking God's guidance, we can make better decisions and follow His plan for our lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the word of the Lord coming to Samuel in 1 Samuel 15:10?
The word of the Lord coming to Samuel signifies that God is about to communicate a message of importance, likely related to the actions of Saul, as seen in the context of 1 Samuel 15:8-9, and as promised in Jeremiah 33:3, where God says, 'Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.'
How did Samuel know it was the word of the Lord speaking to him?
The Bible does not provide specific details on how Samuel knew, but it is likely that Samuel, being a prophet, was familiar with God's voice, as seen in 1 Samuel 3:4-10, where Samuel learns to distinguish God's voice from others, and as encouraged in Isaiah 30:21, which says, 'Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, “This is the way; walk in it.”'
What is the relationship between the word of the Lord and Samuel's actions in 1 Samuel 15:10?
The word of the Lord guides Samuel's actions, as seen in 1 Samuel 15:11-12, where Samuel is distressed and cries out to the Lord, and then gets up to confront Saul, demonstrating that Samuel's actions are a response to God's communication, much like the relationship described in John 10:27, where Jesus says, 'My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.'
How does this verse relate to the concept of divine guidance in the Bible?
This verse illustrates the concept of divine guidance, where God communicates with individuals to guide their actions, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6, which says, 'Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.'
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can be more attentive to the voice of God in my life, as Samuel was in 1 Samuel 15:10?
- How can I distinguish between my own thoughts and the voice of God, as Samuel learned to do in 1 Samuel 3:4-10?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to seek divine guidance, and how can I apply the principles from this verse to those situations?
- How can I, like Samuel, respond in obedience to the word of the Lord, even when it is difficult or challenging?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 15:10
Then came the word of the Lord unto Samuel,.... The word of prophecy, as the Targum; this came to him in a dream or vision, or by an articulate voice: saying; as follows.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Samuel 15:10
Then came the word of the LORD unto Samuel, saying, No JFB commentary on this verse.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 15:10
1 Samuel 15:10 Then came the word of the LORD unto Samuel, saying,Ver. 10. Then came the word of the Lord.] That which one saith of our Henry VIII may well be applied to Saul, Habuit ille quidem egregias dotes; sed suos simul patiebatur manes: there were in him great virtues, and no less vices, jumbled together, as it were. And as the chronicler writeth of our Edward II. Never was prince received with greater love and opinion of all than he; or ever any that sooner lost it. So here.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Samuel 15:10
(10) Then came the word . . . —Very likely in a dream.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Samuel 15:10
SAMUEL’S LAST WORDS TO SAUL, 1 Samuel 15:10-35. 10. Then came the word of the Lord unto Samuel — Either by a dream or a vision of the night. See Numbers 12:6.
Sermons on 1 Samuel 15:10
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(1 Samuel) How to Be Rejected by God by David Guzik | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the tragic relationship between Saul and Samuel. Despite being mentored and anointed by Samuel, Saul never reconciled with him. Saul tries to |
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Two Roads Two Destinies 02 Ireland st.chapel by Worth Ellis | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the internal evidences of inspiration in the Bible. The first proof mentioned is that the Bible claims to be the word of God. The second proof |
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The Testing of David by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen emphasizes the testing of David, highlighting how God chose David for his faithfulness and concern for God's glory, contrasting him with Saul, who failed God's tests. Da |