1 Samuel 8:17

Easy To Read Version

And he will take one tenth of your flocks.

Cross References

1 Kings 12:4

“Your father forced us to work very hard. Now, make it easier for us. Stop the heavy work that your father forced us to do. Then we will serve you.”

Hebrews 7:2

And Abraham gave Melchizedek one-tenth of everything he had. (The name Melchizedek, king of Salem, has two meanings. First, Melchizedek means “king of goodness.” Also, “king of Salem” means “king of peace.”)

1 Samuel 17:8

Each day Goliath would come out and shout a challenge to the Israelite soldiers. He would say, “Why are all of your soldiers lined up ready for battle? You are Saul’s servants. I am a Philistine. So choose one man and send him to fight me.

1 Samuel 8:16

“A king will take your men and women servants. He will take your best cattle [90] and your donkeys. He will use them all for his own work.

1 Samuel 8:18

When that time comes, you will cry because of the king you chose. But the Lord will not answer you at that time.”