KJV ORIGINAL
And Saul said, There shall not a man be put to death this day: for to day the LORD hath wrought salvation in Israel.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And Saul said, 'No one will be executed today, because today the Lord has brought victory and deliverance to Israel.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Saul chose mercy over revenge on his victory day, recognizing that God deserved the credit for Israel's triumph.
📚 Historical Context
This follows Saul's first major military victory as Israel's new king, where he defeated the Ammonites who were threatening the city of Jabesh Gilead. Some Israelites wanted to execute those who had earlier opposed Saul's kingship, but Saul refused. This moment demonstrated both his leadership character and his recognition that God was the true source of Israel's deliverance.
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