Translations
Modern
Then Samuel took Saul and his servant, brought them into the hall, and seated them in the place of honor among those who were invited—about thirty in all.
Traditional
And Samuel took Saul and his servant, and brought them into the parlour, and made them sit in the chiefest place among them that were bidden, which were about thirty persons.
Literal
And Samuel took Saul and his servant, and brought them into the hall and had them sit in the place of honor of those called, and they were about thirty persons.
Latin
Assumens itaque Samuel Saulem et puerum ejus, introduxit eos in triclinium, et dedit eis locum in capite eorum qui fuerant invitati: erant enim quasi triginta viri.
Original
Hebrew
English
Then Samuel took Saul and his servant, brought them into the hall, and seated them in the place of honor among those who were invited—about thirty in all.
Notes
Saul became powerful through three main events:
Samuel secretly anointed him (1 Samuel 9:1–10:16).
He was chosen by casting lots (1 Samuel 10:17–27).
He defeated the Ammonites (1 Samuel 11:1–15).
See also study note on 1 Samuel 13:1–16:13.
People
Samuel: Prophet and last judge of Israel before the kings Saul: First king of Israel, anointed by Samuel
Glossary
High Place Meaning of Meals in the Bible Offerings and Sacrifices Samuel, Books of First and Second
Topics
Entertainments: Guests At: Arranged According to Rank Feasts: Ancient Customs At: Men Alone Present At Feasts: Rank Hospitality: Samuel Parlor: General Scriptures Concerning