KJV ORIGINAL
And his sons walked not in his ways, but turned aside after lucre, and took bribes, and perverted judgment.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
But his sons did not follow his example. Instead, they chased after money, accepted bribes, and twisted justice to benefit themselves.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse shows how Samuel's sons chose greed and corruption over their father's righteous path, failing to serve God and the people with integrity.
📚 Historical Context
This refers to Samuel's sons, Joel and Abijah, whom he had appointed as judges over Israel in his old age. Their corruption became a major reason why the Israelite elders demanded a king to rule over them instead of continuing with judges. This moment marked a crucial turning point in Israel's history as they transitioned from the period of judges to the monarchy.
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