He waited seven days, the time appointed by Samuel; but Samuel did not come to Gilgal, and the people were scattering from him.
So Amasa went to summon Judah; but he delayed beyond the set time which had been appointed him.
And you shall go down before me to Gilgal; and behold, I am coming to you to offer burnt offerings and to sacrifice peace offerings. Seven days you shall wait, until I come to you and show you what you shall do.”