Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version When Saul heard their words, the Spirit of God came powerfully upon him, and he burned with anger. New Living Translation Then the Spirit of God came powerfully upon Saul, and he became very angry. English Standard Version And the Spirit of God rushed upon Saul when he heard these words, and his anger was greatly kindled. Berean Standard Bible When Saul heard their words, the Spirit of God rushed upon him, and he burned with great anger. King James Bible And the Spirit of God came upon Saul when he heard those tidings, and his anger was kindled greatly. New King James Version Then the Spirit of God came upon Saul when he heard this news, and his anger was greatly aroused. New American Standard Bible Then the Spirit of God rushed upon Saul when he heard these words, and he became very angry. NASB 1995 Then the Spirit of God came upon Saul mightily when he heard these words, and he became very angry. NASB 1977 Then the Spirit of God came upon Saul mightily when he heard these words, and he became very angry. Legacy Standard Bible Then the Spirit of God came upon Saul mightily when he heard these words, and he burned with anger exceedingly. Amplified Bible The Spirit of God came upon Saul mightily when he heard these words, and he became extremely angry. Christian Standard Bible When Saul heard these words, the Spirit of God suddenly came powerfully on him, and his anger burned furiously. Holman Christian Standard Bible When Saul heard these words, the Spirit of God suddenly took control of him, and his anger burned furiously. American Standard Version And the Spirit of God came mightily upon Saul when he heard those words, and his anger was kindled greatly. Contemporary English Version Then the Spirit of God suddenly took control of Saul and made him furious. English Revised Version And the spirit of God came mightily upon Saul when he heard those words, and his anger was kindled greatly. GOD'S WORD® Translation When he heard this news, God's Spirit came over him, and he became very angry. Good News Translation When Saul heard this, the spirit of God took control of him, and he became furious. International Standard Version When Saul heard these words, the Spirit of God came on him, and he was very angry. Majority Standard Bible When Saul heard their words, the Spirit of God rushed upon him, and he burned with great anger. NET Bible The Spirit of God rushed upon Saul when he heard these words, and he became very angry. New Heart English Bible The Spirit of God came mightily on Saul when he heard those words, and his anger was kindled greatly. Webster's Bible Translation And the Spirit of God came upon Saul when he heard those tidings, and his anger was kindled greatly. World English Bible God’s Spirit came mightily on Saul when he heard those words, and his anger burned hot. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the Spirit of God prospers over Saul, in his hearing these words, and his anger burns greatly, Young's Literal Translation And the Spirit of God doth prosper over Saul, in his hearing these words, and his anger burneth greatly, Smith's Literal Translation And the spirit of God will fall suddenly upon Saul in his hearing these words, and his anger will kindle greatly. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the spirit of the Lord came upon Saul, when he had heard these words, and his anger was exceedingly kindled. Catholic Public Domain Version And the Spirit of the Lord rose up within Saul when he had heard these words, and his fury was enraged exceedingly. New American Bible As he listened to this report, the spirit of God rushed upon him and he became very angry. New Revised Standard Version And the spirit of God came upon Saul in power when he heard these words, and his anger was greatly kindled. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the Spirit of God came upon Saul when he heard these words, and his anger was kindled greatly. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And The Spirit of God opened up upon Shaul when he heard these words, and his anger was provoked greatly OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the spirit of God came mightily upon Saul when he heard those words, and his anger was kindled greatly. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the Spirit of the Lord came upon Saul when he heard these words, and his anger was greatly kindled against them. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Saul Defeats the Ammonites…5Just then Saul was returning from the field, behind his oxen. “What troubles the people?” asked Saul. “Why are they weeping?” And they relayed to him the words of the men from Jabesh. 6When Saul heard their words, the Spirit of God rushed upon him, and he burned with great anger. 7He took a pair of oxen, cut them into pieces, and sent them by messengers throughout the land of Israel, proclaiming, “This is what will be done to the oxen of anyone who does not march behind Saul and Samuel.” Then the terror of the LORD fell upon the people, and they turned out as one man.… Cross References Judges 3:10 The Spirit of the LORD came upon him, and he became Israel’s judge and went out to war. And the LORD delivered Cushan-rishathaim king of Aram into the hand of Othniel, who prevailed against him. Judges 6:34 So the Spirit of the LORD came upon Gideon, who blew the ram’s horn and rallied the Abiezrites behind him. Judges 11:29 Then the Spirit of the LORD came upon Jephthah, and he passed through Gilead and Manasseh, then through Mizpah of Gilead. And from there he advanced against the Ammonites. 1 Samuel 10:6 Then the Spirit of the LORD will rush upon you, and you will prophesy with them; and you will be transformed into a different person. 1 Samuel 16:13 So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and the Spirit of the LORD rushed upon David from that day forward. Then Samuel set out and went to Ramah. 1 Samuel 19:20-23 he sent messengers to seize him. But when they saw the group of prophets prophesying, with Samuel leading them, the Spirit of God came upon them, and Saul’s messengers also began to prophesy. / When this was reported to Saul, he sent more messengers, but they began to prophesy as well. So Saul tried again and sent messengers a third time, and even they began to prophesy. / Finally, Saul himself left for Ramah and came to the large cistern at Secu, where he asked, “Where are Samuel and David?” “At Naioth in Ramah,” he was told. ... 2 Samuel 23:2 The Spirit of the LORD spoke through me; His word was on my tongue. Isaiah 11:2 The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD. Isaiah 61:1 The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners, Ezekiel 11:5 And the Spirit of the LORD fell upon me and told me to declare that this is what the LORD says: “That is what you are thinking, O house of Israel; and I know the thoughts that arise in your minds. Ezekiel 37:1 The hand of the LORD was upon me, and He brought me out by His Spirit and set me down in the middle of the valley, and it was full of bones. Luke 4:18 “The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because He has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to release the oppressed, Acts 2:4 And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them. Acts 4:31 After they had prayed, their meeting place was shaken, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke the word of God boldly. Acts 13:9 Then Saul, who was also called Paul, filled with the Holy Spirit, looked directly at Elymas Treasury of Scripture And the Spirit of God came on Saul when he heard those tidings, and his anger was kindled greatly. Spirit of God 1 Samuel 10:10 And when they came thither to the hill, behold, a company of prophets met him; and the Spirit of God came upon him, and he prophesied among them. 1 Samuel 16:13 Then Samuel took the horn of oil, and anointed him in the midst of his brethren: and the Spirit of the LORD came upon David from that day forward. So Samuel rose up, and went to Ramah. Judges 3:10 And the Spirit of the LORD came upon him, and he judged Israel, and went out to war: and the LORD delivered Chushanrishathaim king of Mesopotamia into his hand; and his hand prevailed against Chushanrishathaim. his anger Exodus 32:19 And it came to pass, as soon as he came nigh unto the camp, that he saw the calf, and the dancing: and Moses' anger waxed hot, and he cast the tables out of his hands, and brake them beneath the mount. Numbers 12:3 (Now the man Moses was very meek, above all the men which were upon the face of the earth.) Mark 3:5 And when he had looked round about on them with anger, being grieved for the hardness of their hearts, he saith unto the man, Stretch forth thine hand. And he stretched it out: and his hand was restored whole as the other. Jump to Previous Anger Angry Burned Burneth Heard Hearing Kindled Mightily Power Prosper Saul Spirit Tidings WordsJump to Next Anger Angry Burned Burneth Heard Hearing Kindled Mightily Power Prosper Saul Spirit Tidings Words1 Samuel 11 1. Nahash offers them of Jabesh Gilead a reproachful condition4. They send messengers, and are delivered by Saul 12. Saul thereby is confirmed, and his kingdom renewed When Saul heard their words This phrase refers to the report brought to Saul about the plight of the people of Jabesh-gilead, who were threatened by Nahash the Ammonite. The context is significant as it highlights the early days of Saul's reign as king of Israel. The people of Jabesh-gilead were in a desperate situation, and their plea for help reached Saul, who was still in the process of establishing his authority. This moment is pivotal as it demonstrates Saul's initial response to his kingly duties and the expectations of leadership in ancient Israel. the Spirit of God rushed upon him and he burned with great anger Persons / Places / Events 1. SaulThe first king of Israel, anointed by the prophet Samuel. At this point in the account, Saul is still early in his reign and is being established as a leader. 2. Spirit of God Refers to the divine presence and power that comes upon individuals in the Old Testament, enabling them to perform acts of leadership, prophecy, or deliverance. 3. Jabesh-gilead A city in Israel that was under threat from the Ammonites, prompting Saul's response. 4. Ammonites A neighboring nation that was often in conflict with Israel. Their threat against Jabesh-gilead sets the stage for Saul's leadership. 5. Anger Saul's response to the threat against Jabesh-gilead, which is described as being fueled by the Spirit of God, indicating a righteous indignation. Teaching Points Empowerment by the SpiritThe Spirit of God empowers believers for specific tasks and challenges. Just as Saul was empowered to lead and protect Israel, we too can rely on the Holy Spirit for strength and guidance in our own lives. Righteous Anger Anger, when aligned with God's purposes, can be a catalyst for action. Saul's anger was not personal but was directed towards injustice and the threat against God's people. We should evaluate our anger to ensure it aligns with God's righteousness. Leadership and Responsibility Saul's response to the crisis demonstrates the responsibility of leaders to act decisively and courageously. In our own spheres of influence, we are called to lead with integrity and boldness. Divine Intervention The account highlights God's active role in the affairs of His people. We can trust that God is involved in our lives and will intervene according to His will and purpose.(6) And the Spirit of God came upon Saul.--Nothing, perhaps, could have moved Saul so deeply as this news respecting the distress of Jabesh-gilead; he was affected not merely by the disgrace to Israel over which the Eternal had so lately directed him to be anointed king, but by the sore peril which menaced the ancient friend and ally of his tribe. On Saul's heart, thus prepared for action, the Holy Spirit fell, and endued him with extraordinary wisdom, valour, and power for the great and difficult work which lay before him. We read of the Spirit of the Lord coming upon men like Othniel (Judges 3:10) and the other great Israelitic judges, who were raised up to be in their day the deliverers of the people; and the immediate result of the Spirit of the Lord coming upon them was to impart new and unusual power to their spirit, power which enabled them successfully to surmount every danger and difficulty which barred the progress of the great work they were specially called upon to do. Verse 6. - And the Spirit of God came upon Saul. Rather, descended mightily upon Saul (see 1 Samuel 10:6). No miraculous influence is here meant; far more full of meaning and piety is the lesson so constantly taught in the Book of Judges, that all mighty and noble acts are from God (Judges 3:10; Judges 6:34; Judges 11:29; Judges 13:25; Judges 14:6; Judges 15:14, etc.). Even the heathen saw in enthusiasm something Divine, for it means the having God within. The energy with which Saul acted was strictly natural, but yet as truly Divine; and it is a sign of the irreligion of modern days that it can see and hear of great and heroic achievements and assign no part in them to God. In the days of Samuel and the judges the whole glory of such acts was ascribed to God. But equally now, whenever men are moved to noble acts, it is "the breath of God" that descends upon them and inspires them.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew When Saul heardכְּשָׁמְע֖וֹ (kə·šā·mə·‘ōw) Preposition-k | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently their הָאֵ֑לֶּה (hā·’êl·leh) Article | Pronoun - common plural Strong's 428: These, those words, הַדְּבָרִ֣ים (had·də·ḇā·rîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause the Spirit רֽוּחַ־ (rū·aḥ-) Noun - common singular construct Strong's 7307: Wind, breath, exhalation, life, anger, unsubstantiality, a region of the sky, spirit of God אֱלֹהִים֙ (’ĕ·lō·hîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative rushed וַתִּצְלַ֤ח (wat·tiṣ·laḥ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 6743: To push forward upon עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against him, שָׁא֔וּל (šā·’ūl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7586: Saul -- first king of Israel, also an Edomite and two Israelites and he burned with great anger. אַפּ֖וֹ (’ap·pōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 639: The nose, nostril, the face, a person, ire Links 1 Samuel 11:6 NIV1 Samuel 11:6 NLT 1 Samuel 11:6 ESV 1 Samuel 11:6 NASB 1 Samuel 11:6 KJV 1 Samuel 11:6 BibleApps.com 1 Samuel 11:6 Biblia Paralela 1 Samuel 11:6 Chinese Bible 1 Samuel 11:6 French Bible 1 Samuel 11:6 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Samuel 11:6 The Spirit of God came mightily (1Sa iSam 1 Sam i sa) |
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