KJV ORIGINAL
Then he said, I have sinned: yet honour me now, I pray thee, before the elders of my people, and before Israel, and turn again with me, that I may worship the LORD thy God.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Then he said, 'I have sinned. But please honor me now in front of the elders of my people and in front of all Israel. Come back with me so I can worship the LORD your God.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Saul admits his sin but is more concerned about maintaining his reputation and public image than truly repenting before God.
📚 Historical Context
This is King Saul's response to the prophet Samuel after being confronted about his disobedience in failing to completely destroy the Amalekites as God commanded. Saul had kept the best livestock and spared King Agag, claiming it was for sacrifice to God. Samuel had just declared that God had rejected Saul as king because of his rebellion.
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