1 Samuel 8:17

God's Word

He will take a tenth of your flocks. In addition, you will be his servants.

Cross References

1 Kings 12:4

“Your father made us carry a heavy burden. Reduce the hard work and lighten the heavy burden he put on us, and we will serve you.”

Hebrews 7:2

Abraham gave Melchizedek a tenth of everything he had captured. In the first place, Melchizedek’s name means king of God’s approval. He is also called king of Salem (which means king of peace).

1 Samuel 17:8

Goliath stood and called to the Israelites, “Why do you form a battle line? Am I not a Philistine, and aren’t you Saul’s servants? Choose a man, and let him come down to ⌞fight⌟ me.

1 Samuel 8:16

He will take your male and female slaves, your best cattle, and your donkeys for his own use.

1 Samuel 8:18

“When that day comes, you will cry out because of the king whom you have chosen for yourselves. The Lord will not answer you when that day comes.”