And when Saul had finished prophesying, he went up to the high place. And when he had finished prophesyingThe phrase "finished prophesying" indicates a completion of a divine act. In Hebrew, the word for "prophesying" is "נָבָא" (naba), which means to speak or sing by inspiration, often under divine influence. This act of prophesying was a sign of the Spirit of God coming upon Saul, marking a significant transformation in his life. Historically, prophesying was a way God communicated His will to His people, and Saul's participation in this act signified his anointing as king. It was a public demonstration of God's choice and empowerment, aligning Saul with the prophets and affirming his new role. he went to the high place
The "high place" refers to a location often used for worship and sacrifices before the temple was built in Jerusalem. In Hebrew, "בָּמָה" (bamah) is the term used, which can denote a hill or an elevated place. These sites were significant in Israelite worship practices, serving as centers for religious activities. Saul's journey to the high place after prophesying suggests a return to a place of worship and reflection. It symbolizes a moment of transition and preparation, as Saul moves from a private encounter with God to a public role as leader. The high place serves as a reminder of the importance of seeking God's presence and guidance in times of change and responsibility. Persons / Places / Events 1. SaulThe first king of Israel, chosen by God and anointed by the prophet Samuel. At this point in the account, Saul is experiencing a transformation as he begins to fulfill his role as king. 2. ProphesyingThis refers to Saul's participation in a prophetic act, which was a sign of the Spirit of God coming upon him. It was an unusual event for Saul, marking a significant change in his life. 3. High PlaceA location often used for worship and sacrifices in ancient Israel. It signifies a place of spiritual significance and encounter with God. Teaching Points The Transformative Power of the Holy SpiritSaul's experience of prophesying illustrates the transformative power of the Holy Spirit. When God calls us, He equips us with His Spirit to fulfill His purposes. The Importance of Spiritual EncountersSaul's visit to the high place signifies the importance of seeking spiritual encounters with God. We should prioritize places and times of worship to experience God's presence. God's Sovereign ChoiceSaul's anointing as king and his subsequent prophesying highlight God's sovereign choice and calling. We must trust in God's plans and timing for our lives. The Role of Prophecy in the Believer's LifeProphecy is a gift that edifies and builds up the church. Believers should seek to understand and operate in spiritual gifts for the benefit of the body of Christ. Bible Study Questions 1. How does Saul's transformation through prophesying challenge our understanding of the Holy Spirit's work in our lives today? 2. In what ways can we create "high places" in our own lives to encounter God more deeply? 3. How does Saul's experience of being chosen and equipped by God encourage us in our personal callings? 4. What can we learn from Saul's prophetic experience about the role of spiritual gifts in the church? 5. How can we discern and respond to God's sovereign choices and timing in our lives, as seen in Saul's anointing and prophesying? Connections to Other Scriptures 1 Samuel 10:6This verse describes how the Spirit of the Lord will come powerfully upon Saul, causing him to prophesy and be changed into a different person. It sets the stage for the transformation seen in verse 13. Acts 2:4The event of Pentecost, where the Holy Spirit comes upon the apostles, enabling them to speak in different tongues. This parallels Saul's experience of the Spirit coming upon him and empowering him to prophesy. 1 Corinthians 14:1Encourages believers to desire spiritual gifts, especially prophecy. This connects to Saul's experience as a demonstration of the Spirit's power and the importance of spiritual gifts. People Benjamin, Egyptians, Kish, Matri, Matrites, Rachel, Samuel, SaulPlaces Bethel, Egypt, Gibeah, Gibeath-elohim, Gilgal, Mizpah, Tabor, Zelzah, ZuphTopics Ceaseth, Ended, Finished, Prophesying, Prophets, StoppedDictionary of Bible Themes 1 Samuel 10:10-13 7778 school of prophets Library The King after Man's Heart
'And Samuel called the people together unto the Lord to Mizpeh; 18. And said unto the children of Israel, Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, I brought up Israel out of Egypt, and delivered you out of the hand of the Egyptians, and out of the hand of all kingdoms, and of them that oppressed you; 19. And ye have this day rejected your God, who Himself saved you out of all your adversities and your tribulations; and ye have said unto Him, Nay, but set a king over us. Now therefore present yourselves …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy ScripturePlace of Jesus in the History of the World.
The great event of the History of the world is the revolution by which the noblest portions of humanity have passed from the ancient religions, comprised under the vague name of Paganism, to a religion founded on the Divine Unity, the Trinity, and the Incarnation of the Son of God. It has taken nearly a thousand years to accomplish this conversion. The new religion had itself taken at least three hundred years in its formation. But the origin of the revolution in question with which we have to do …
Ernest Renan—The Life of Jesus And V the Kingdom Undivided and the Kingdom Divided
THE HISTORICAL BOOKS: I and II Samuel. I and II Kings. I and II Chronicles. NOTE.--As these three pairs of books are so closely related in their historical contents, it is deemed best to study them together, though they overlap the two divisions of IV and V. I. CHARTS Chart A. General Contents +--+ " I AND II SAMUEL " +-------------+-----+------+ "Samuel "Saul "David " +-------------+-----+------+----------+ " " " " I AND II KINGS "NOTE.--Biblical …
Frank Nelson Palmer—A Bird's-Eye View of the Bible The Earliest Chapters in Divine Revelation
[Sidenote: The nature of inspiration] Since the days of the Greek philosophers the subject of inspiration and revelation has been fertile theme for discussion and dispute among scholars and theologians. Many different theories have been advanced, and ultimately abandoned as untenable. In its simplest meaning and use, inspiration describes the personal influence of one individual upon the mind and spirit of another. Thus we often say, "That man inspired me." What we are or do under the influence …
Charles Foster Kent—The Origin & Permanent Value of the Old Testament The Trial of Saul.
"And Saul said, Bring hither a burnt offering to me, and peace offerings. And he offered the burnt offering."--1 Samuel xiii. 9. We are all on our trial. Every one who lives is on his trial, whether he will serve God or not. And we read in Scripture of many instances of the trials upon which Almighty God puts us His creatures. In the beginning, Adam, when he was first created, was put upon his trial. He was placed in a beautiful garden, he had every thing given him for his pleasure and comfort; …
John Henry Newman—Parochial and Plain Sermons, Vol. VIII The History Books
[Illustration: (drop cap T) Assyrian idol-god] Thus little by little the Book of God grew, and the people He had chosen to be its guardians took their place among the nations. A small place it was from one point of view! A narrow strip of land, but unique in its position as one of the highways of the world, on which a few tribes were banded together. All around great empires watched them with eager eyes; the powerful kings of Assyria, Egypt, and Babylonia, the learned Greeks, and, in later times, …
Mildred Duff—The Bible in its Making Letter xxii (Circa A. D. 1129) to Simon, Abbot of S. Nicholas
To Simon, Abbot of S. Nicholas Bernard consoles him under the persecution of which he is the object. The most pious endeavours do not always have the desired success. What line of conduct ought to be followed towards his inferiors by a prelate who is desirous of stricter discipline. 1. I have learned with much pain by your letter the persecution that you are enduring for the sake of righteousness, and although the consolation given you by Christ in the promise of His kingdom may suffice amply for …
Saint Bernard of Clairvaux—Some Letters of Saint Bernard, Abbot of Clairvaux Blessed are they that Mourn
Blessed are they that mourn. Matthew 5:4 Here are eight steps leading to true blessedness. They may be compared to Jacob's Ladder, the top whereof reached to heaven. We have already gone over one step, and now let us proceed to the second: Blessed are they that mourn'. We must go through the valley of tears to paradise. Mourning were a sad and unpleasant subject to treat on, were it not that it has blessedness going before, and comfort coming after. Mourning is put here for repentance. It implies …
Thomas Watson—The Beatitudes: An Exposition of Matthew 5:1-12 And thou, Bethlehem Ephratah, too little to be among the thousands of Judah
"And thou, Bethlehem Ephratah, too little to be among the thousands of Judah, out of thee shall come forth unto Me (one) [Pg 480] to be Ruler in Israel; and His goings forth are the times of old, the days of eternity." The close connection of this verse with what immediately precedes (Caspari is wrong in considering iv. 9-14 as an episode) is evident, not only from the [Hebrew: v] copulative, and from the analogy of the near relation of the announcement of salvation to the prophecy of disaster …
Ernst Wilhelm Hengstenberg—Christology of the Old Testament Samuel
Alike from the literary and the historical point of view, the book[1] of Samuel stands midway between the book of Judges and the book of Kings. As we have already seen, the Deuteronomic book of Judges in all probability ran into Samuel and ended in ch. xii.; while the story of David, begun in Samuel, embraces the first two chapters of the first book of Kings. The book of Samuel is not very happily named, as much of it is devoted to Saul and the greater part to David; yet it is not altogether inappropriate, …
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament Links 1 Samuel 10:13 NIV1 Samuel 10:13 NLT1 Samuel 10:13 ESV1 Samuel 10:13 NASB1 Samuel 10:13 KJV
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