KJV ORIGINAL
And as for thine asses that were lost three days ago, set not thy mind on them; for they are found. And on whom is all the desire of Israel? Is it not on thee, and on all thy father’s house?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
As for your donkeys that went missing three days ago, don't worry about them anymore—they've been found. And who does all of Israel want as their leader? Isn't it you and your family?
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The prophet Samuel is telling Saul that his lost donkeys have been found and that Israel wants him to be their king.
📚 Historical Context
This conversation takes place when Saul first meets the prophet Samuel while searching for his father's lost donkeys. Samuel had already been told by God that Saul would be the first king of Israel, and this meeting was divinely orchestrated. At this time, Israel was transitioning from being led by judges to having a monarchy like other nations.
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