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1 Samuel 20:31

King James Version (KJV)

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1 Samuel 20:31

Verse 31 of 42

Scripture focus

For as long as the son of Jesse liveth upon the ground, thou shalt not be established, nor thy kingdom. Wherefore now send and fetch him unto me, for he shall surely die.

1 Samuel 20:31 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on 1 Samuel 20:31

Theological / Devotional

Not be established. It was Saul’s determination to maintain his dynasty, regardless of any question of right or wrong. In pursuing this course Israel's king was following the example of neighboring kings who held their thrones by force and fought and died to maintain their dynasties. Saul was unwilling to acknowledge God as the supreme ruler of Israel.

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