1 Samuel 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 

biblegateway 1Sa 8:9

Now listen to them; but warn them solemnly and let them know what the king who will reign over them will do."

biblegateway 1Sa 8:9

"Now then, listen to their voice; however, you shall solemnly warn them and tell them of the procedure of the king who will reign over them."

biblegateway 1Sa 8:9

Do as they ask, but solemnly warn them about how a king will treat them."

biblegateway 1Sa 8:9

So let them have their own way. But warn them of what they're in for. Tell them the way kings operate, just what they're likely to get from a king."

SABDAweb 1Sa 8:9

Give ear now to their voice: but make a serious protest to them, and give them a picture of the sort of king who will be their ruler.

bibleoremus 1Sa 8:9

Now then, listen to their voice; only—you shall solemnly warn them, and show them the ways of the king who shall reign over them."

biblegateway 1Sa 8:9

"Now therefore, heed their voice. However, you shall solemnly forewarn them, and show them the behavior of the king who will reign over them."

biblegateway 1Sa 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 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.”