1 Samuel 9:22

New Century Version

Then Samuel took Saul and his servant into a large room and gave them a choice place at the table. About thirty guests were there.

Cross References

Genesis 43:32

So they served Joseph at one table, his brothers at another table, and the Egyptians who ate with him at another table. This was because Egyptians did not like Hebrews and never ate with them.

Luke 14:10

So when you are invited, go sit in a seat that is not important. When the host comes to you, he may say, ‘Friend, move up here to a more important place.’ Then all the other guests will respect you.

1 Samuel 9:21

Saul answered, “But I am from the tribe of Benjamin, the smallest tribe in Israel. And my family group is the smallest in the tribe of Benjamin. Why are you saying such things?”

1 Samuel 9:23

Samuel said to the cook, “Bring the meat I gave you, the portion I told you to set aside.”