1 Samuel 28:18

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

When the LORD was angry with the Amalekites, he told you to destroy them, but you didn't do it. That's why the LORD is doing this to you.

Cross References

1 Kings 20:42

The prophet said, “The LORD told you to kill Benhadad, but you let him go. Now you will die in his place, and your people will die in place of his people.”

1 Chronicles 10:13

Saul died because he was unfaithful and disobeyed the LORD. He even asked advice from a woman who talked to spirits of the dead,

Jeremiah 48:10

I want you to kill the Moabites, and if you let them escape, I will put a curse on you.”

1 Samuel 13:9

Finally, Saul commanded, “Bring me some animals, so we can offer sacrifices to please the LORD and ask for his help.” Saul killed one of the animals,

1 Samuel 15:20

“But I did listen to the LORD!” Saul answered. “He sent me on a mission, and I went. I captured King Agag and destroyed his nation.

1 Samuel 15:28

Samuel said, “The LORD has torn the kingdom of Israel away from you today, and he will give it to someone who is better than you.

1 Samuel 15:9

Saul and his army let Agag live, and they also spared the best sheep and cattle. They didn't want to destroy anything of value, so they only killed the animals that were worthless or weak.