1 Samuel 15:10 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Then came the word of the LORD unto Samuel, saying,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Then the LORD spoke to Samuel, saying,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse introduces God speaking directly to the prophet Samuel with an important message.

📚 Historical Context

This occurs after King Saul's incomplete obedience in destroying the Amalekites, where he spared King Agag and kept the best livestock despite God's command to destroy everything. Samuel served as God's prophet and was the one who had originally anointed Saul as Israel's first king. God often communicated directly with Samuel to give him messages for the people and their leaders.

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