And when they were come to the land of Zuph, Saul said to his servant that was with him, Come, and let us return; lest my father leave caring for the asses, and take thought for us.
When they reached the land of Zuph, Saul said to his servant who was with him, 'Come on, let's go back home. I'm worried that my father will stop worrying about the donkeys and start worrying about us instead.'
Saul is showing concern for his father, realizing that if they stay away too long looking for the lost donkeys, his father will become anxious about their safety.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 1 Samuel, Saul, a young man from the tribe of Benjamin, is on a journey with his servant to search for his father's lost donkeys, which reflects the everyday life and responsibilities in ancient Israelite society. They have reached the land of Zuph, and Saul expresses concern that his father might shift his worries from the animals to their own safety, highlighting the familial bonds and practical challenges of that era. This event is part of the larger story leading to Saul's encounter with the prophet Samuel, marking the beginning of his rise to kingship in Israel.
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