KJV ORIGINAL
And when they were come down from the high place into the city, Samuel communed with Saul upon the top of the house.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
After they came down from the high place into the city, Samuel talked privately with Saul on the rooftop of the house.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Samuel had a private conversation with Saul on a rooftop, likely preparing him for his future role as Israel's first king.
📚 Historical Context
This takes place during Samuel's first meeting with Saul, when God had directed Samuel to anoint Israel's first king. Ancient Middle Eastern homes typically had flat rooftops that were used as private spaces for important conversations. Samuel was preparing Saul for the momentous revelation that he would become king over Israel.
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