1 Samuel 9:21

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

“Why are you telling me this?” Saul asked. “I'm from Benjamin, the smallest tribe in Israel, and my clan is the least important in the tribe.”

Cross References

Psalm 68:27

The small tribe of Benjamin leads the way, followed by the leaders from Judah. Then come the leaders from Zebulun and Naphtali.

Psalm 68:28

Our God, show your strength! Show us once again.

Hosea 13:1

When your leaders spoke, everyone in Israel trembled and showed great respect. But you sinned by worshipping Baal, and you were destroyed.

Luke 14:11

If you put yourself above others, you will be put down. But if you humble yourself, you will be honoured.

Ephesians 3:8

I am the least important of all God's people. But God was kind and chose me to tell the Gentiles that because of Christ there are blessings that cannot be measured.

1 Samuel 10:27

But some worthless fools said, “How can someone like Saul rescue us from our enemies?” They did not want Saul to be their king, and so they didn't bring him any gifts. But Saul kept calm.

1 Samuel 15:17

Samuel continued, “You may not think you're very important, but the LORD chose you to be king, and you are in charge of the tribes of Israel.

1 Samuel 18:18

David answered, “How could I possibly marry your daughter? I'm not very important, and neither is my family.”

1 Samuel 9:22

Samuel took Saul and his servant into the dining room at the place of worship. About thirty people were there for the dinner, but Samuel gave Saul and his servant the places of honour.