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 12:24

12:24 However, fear the Lord and serve him faithfully with all your heart. Just look at the great things he has done for you!

1 Samuel 18:8

18:8 This made Saul very angry. The statement displeased him and he thought, ⁴  “They have attributed to David tens of thousands, but to me they have attributed only thousands. What does he lack, except the kingdom?”

¹ tn Heb “and now, listen to their voice.”

² tn The infinitive absolute appears before the imperative for emphasis.

³ tn Heb “and tell them the manner of the king who will rule over them.”

⁴ tn Heb “said.” So also in vv. 11, 17.