KJV ORIGINAL
Then Jesse called Abinadab, and made him pass before Samuel. And he said, Neither hath the LORD chosen this.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Then Jesse called for Abinadab and brought him to stand before Samuel. But Samuel said, 'The LORD has not chosen this one either.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse shows Samuel continuing to examine Jesse's sons one by one, but God has not chosen Abinadab to be the next king of Israel.
📚 Historical Context
This takes place during Samuel's secret mission to anoint a new king to replace Saul, who had disobeyed God. Jesse is presenting his sons to the prophet Samuel in Bethlehem, not knowing that God plans to choose the youngest, David, who isn't even present yet. At this time, choosing a king was entirely God's decision, communicated through His prophet.
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