1 Samuel 18:15

Modern

When Saul saw that David was very successful, he was afraid of him.

Traditional

Wherefore when Saul saw that he behaved himself very wisely, he was afraid of him.

Literal

And Saul saw that he acted very wisely, and he was afraid of him.

Latin

Vidit itaque Saul quod prudens esset nimis, et cœpit cavere eum.

Hebrew

English

When Saul saw that David was very successful, he was afraid of him.

Saul came to view David as a threat rather than an ally and would do anything to get rid of him.

Theme notes and profiles

Psalm 112:5
It is well with the man who is generous and lends freely, whose affairs are guided by justice.
James 3:17
But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere.
Colossians 4:5
Act wisely toward outsiders, redeeming the time.
Daniel 6:4–5
Thus the administrators and satraps sought a charge against Daniel concerning the kingdom, but they could find no charge or corruption, because he was trustworthy, and no negligence or corruption was found in him.
James 1:5
Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.

Saul: First king of Israel, anointed by Samuel