1 Samuel 8:9

8:9 So now do as they say. ¹  But seriously warn ²  them and make them aware of the policies of the king who will rule over them.” ³ 

1 Samuel 16:22

16:22 Then Saul sent word to Jesse saying, “Let David be my servant, for I really like him.” ⁴ 

1 Samuel 24:14

24:14 Who has the king of Israel come out after? Who is it that you are pursuing? A dead dog? A single flea?

[8:9]  ¹ tn Heb “and now, listen to their voice.”

[8:9]  ² tn The infinitive absolute appears before the imperative for emphasis.

[8:9]  ³ tn Heb “and tell them the manner of the king who will rule over them.”

[16:22]  ⁴ tn Heb “Let David stand before me, for he has found favor in my eyes.”