1 Samuel 28:17

New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition 2021

The Lord has done to you just as he spoke by me, for the Lord has torn the kingdom out of your hand and given it to your neighbor, David.

Cross References

2 Samuel 3:10

to transfer the kingdom from the house of Saul and set up the throne of David over Israel and over Judah, from Dan to Beer-sheba.”

Proverbs 16:4

The Lord has made everything for its purpose, even the wicked for the day of trouble.

1 Samuel 16:13

Then Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and the spirit of the Lord came mightily upon David from that day forward. Samuel then set out and went to Ramah.

1 Samuel 24:20

Now I know that you shall surely be king and that the kingdom of Israel shall be established in your hand.

1 Samuel 28:16

Samuel said, “Why then do you ask me, since the Lord has turned from you and become your enemy?