Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “Enough!” Samuel said to Saul. “Let me tell you what the LORD said to me last night.” “Tell me,” Saul replied. New Living Translation Then Samuel said to Saul, “Stop! Listen to what the LORD told me last night!” “What did he tell you?” Saul asked. English Standard Version Then Samuel said to Saul, “Stop! I will tell you what the LORD said to me this night.” And he said to him, “Speak.” Berean Standard Bible “Stop!” exclaimed Samuel. “Let me tell you what the LORD said to me last night.” “Tell me,” Saul replied. Berean Literal Bible And Samuel said to Saul, “Be quiet, and I will tell you what YHWH said to me in the night.” And he said to him, “Speak.” King James Bible Then Samuel said unto Saul, Stay, and I will tell thee what the LORD hath said to me this night. And he said unto him, Say on. New King James Version Then Samuel said to Saul, “Be quiet! And I will tell you what the LORD said to me last night.” And he said to him, “Speak on.” New American Standard Bible Then Samuel said to Saul, “Stop, and let me inform you of what the LORD said to me last night.” And he said to him, “Speak!” NASB 1995 Then Samuel said to Saul, “Wait, and let me tell you what the LORD said to me last night.” And he said to him, “Speak!” NASB 1977 Then Samuel said to Saul, “Wait, and let me tell you what the LORD said to me last night.” And he said to him, “Speak!” Legacy Standard Bible Then Samuel said to Saul, “Wait, and let me tell you what Yahweh spoke to me last night.” And he said to him, “Speak!” Amplified Bible Then Samuel said to Saul, “Stop, and let me tell you what the LORD said to me last night.” Saul said to him, “Speak.” Berean Annotated Bible “Stop! exclaimed Samuel (his name is El) (desired). “Let me tell you what the LORD {YHWH} said to me last night.” “Tell me, Saul replied. Christian Standard Bible “Stop! ” exclaimed Samuel. “Let me tell you what the LORD said to me last night.” “Tell me,” he replied. Holman Christian Standard Bible “Stop!” exclaimed Samuel. “Let me tell you what the LORD said to me last night.” “Tell me,” he replied. American Standard Version Then Samuel said unto Saul, Stay, and I will tell thee what Jehovah hath said to me this night. And he said unto him, Say on. Contemporary English Version "Stop!" Samuel said. "Let me tell you what the LORD told me last night." "All right," Saul answered. English Revised Version Then Samuel said unto Saul, Stay, and I will tell thee what the LORD hath said to me this night. And he said unto him, Say on. GOD'S WORD® Translation "Be quiet," Samuel told Saul, "and let me tell you what the LORD told me last night." "Speak," Saul replied. Good News Translation "Stop," Samuel ordered, "and I will tell you what the LORD said to me last night." "Tell me," Saul said. International Standard Version "Be quiet!" Samuel said. "I'll tell you what the LORD told me last night." Saul told him, "Speak." NET Bible Then Samuel said to Saul, "Wait a minute! Let me tell you what the LORD said to me last night." Saul said to him, "Tell me." New Heart English Bible Then Samuel said to Saul, "Stay, and I will tell you what the LORD has said to me last night." He said to him, "Say on." Webster's Bible Translation Then Samuel said to Saul, Stay, and I will tell thee what the LORD hath said to me this night. And he said to him, Say on. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bible“Stop!” exclaimed Samuel. “Let me tell you what the LORD said to me last night.” “Tell me,” Saul replied. World English Bible Then Samuel said to Saul, “Stay, and I will tell you what Yahweh said to me last night.” He said to him, “Say on.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Samuel says to Saul, “Desist, and I declare to you that which YHWH has spoken to me tonight”; and he says to him, “Speak.” Berean Literal Bible And Samuel said to Saul, “Be quiet, and I will tell you what YHWH said to me in the night.” And he said to him, “Speak.” Young's Literal Translation And Samuel saith unto Saul, 'Desist, and I declare to thee that which Jehovah hath spoken unto me to-night;' and he saith to him, 'Speak.' Smith's Literal Translation And Samuel will say to Saul, Desist, and I will announce to thee what Jehovah spake to me by night. And they will say to him, Speak. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Samuel said to Saul: Suffer me, and I will tell thee what the Lord hath said to me this night. And he said to him: Speak. Catholic Public Domain Version Then Samuel said to Saul, “Permit me, and I will reveal to you what the Lord has said to me this night.” And he said to him, “Speak.” New American Bible Samuel said to Saul: “Stop! Let me tell you what the LORD said to me last night.” “Speak!” he replied. New Revised Standard Version Then Samuel said to Saul, “Stop! I will tell you what the LORD said to me last night.” He replied, “Speak.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen Samuel said to Saul, Be still, and I will tell you what the LORD has said to me this night. And Saul said to him, Say on. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Shemueil said to Shaul: “Be quiet! I shall show you the thing that LORD JEHOVAH said to me in the night.” And Shaul said to him, “Speak.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Then Samuel said unto Saul: 'Stay, and I will tell thee what the LORD hath said to me this night.' And he said unto him: 'Say on.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And Samuel said to Saul, Stay, and I will tell thee what the Lord has said to me this night: and he said to him, Say on. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Samuel Denounces Saul…15Saul answered, “The troops brought them from the Amalekites; they spared the best sheep and cattle to sacrifice to the LORD your God, but the rest we devoted to destruction.” 16“Stop!” exclaimed Samuel. “Let me tell you what the LORD said to me last night.” “Tell me,” Saul replied. 17And Samuel said, “Although you were once small in your own eyes, have you not become the head of the tribes of Israel? The LORD anointed you king over Israel… Cross References “Stop!” exclaimed Samuel. Mark 4:39 Then Jesus got up and rebuked the wind and the sea. “Silence!” He commanded. “Be still!” And the wind died down, and it was perfectly calm. Psalm 46:10 “Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted over the earth.” Genesis 22:12 “Do not lay a hand on the boy or do anything to him,” said the angel, “for now I know that you fear God, since you have not withheld your only son from me.” “Let me tell you what the LORD said to me last night.” 1 Kings 22:14 But Micaiah said, “As surely as the LORD lives, I will speak whatever the LORD tells me.” 1 Samuel 3:10 Then the LORD came and stood there, calling as before, “Samuel! Samuel!” And Samuel answered, “Speak, for Your servant is listening.” Numbers 22:35 But the angel of the LORD said to Balaam, “Go with the men, but you are to speak only what I tell you.” So Balaam went with the princes of Balak. “Tell me,” Saul replied. Jeremiah 42:2 Jeremiah the prophet and said, “May our petition come before you; pray to the LORD your God on behalf of this entire remnant. For few of us remain of the many, as you can see with your own eyes. 1 Kings 22:8 The king of Israel answered, “There is still one man through whom we can inquire of the LORD, but I hate him because he never prophesies anything good for me, but only bad. He is Micaiah son of Imlah.” “The king should not say that!” Jehoshaphat replied. Acts 10:33 So I sent for you immediately, and you were kind enough to come. Now then, we are all here in the presence of God to listen to everything the Lord has instructed you to tell us.” 1 Samuel 13:13-14 “You have acted foolishly,” Samuel declared. “You have not kept the command that the LORD your God gave you; if you had, the LORD would have established your kingdom over Israel for all time. / But now your kingdom will not endure; the LORD has sought a man after His own heart and appointed him ruler over His people, because you have not kept the command of the LORD.” 1 Samuel 28:17-18 He has done exactly what He spoke through me: The LORD has torn the kingdom out of your hand and given it to your neighbor David. / Because you did not obey the LORD or carry out His burning anger against Amalek, the LORD has done this to you today. 1 Samuel 12:14-15 If you fear the LORD and serve Him and obey His voice, and if you do not rebel against the command of the LORD, and if both you and the king who rules over you follow the LORD your God, then all will be well. / But if you disobey the LORD and rebel against His command, then the hand of the LORD will be against you as it was against your fathers. 1 Samuel 16:1 Now the LORD said to Samuel, “How long are you going to mourn for Saul, since I have rejected him as king over Israel? Fill your horn with oil and go. I am sending you to Jesse of Bethlehem, for I have selected from his sons a king for Myself.” 1 Samuel 28:18 Because you did not obey the LORD or carry out His burning anger against Amalek, the LORD has done this to you today. 2 Samuel 12:7-9 Then Nathan said to David, “You are that man! This is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘I anointed you king over Israel, and I delivered you from the hand of Saul. / I gave your master’s house to you and your master’s wives into your arms. I gave you the house of Israel and Judah, and if that was not enough, I would have given you even more. / Why then have you despised the command of the LORD by doing evil in His sight? You put Uriah the Hittite to the sword and took his wife as your own. You have slain him with the sword of the Ammonites. Hosea 6:6 For I desire mercy, not sacrifice, and the knowledge of God rather than burnt offerings. Treasury of Scripture Then Samuel said to Saul, Stay, and I will tell you what the LORD has said to me this night. And he said to him, Say on. Stay 1 Samuel 9:27 And as they were going down to the end of the city, Samuel said to Saul, Bid the servant pass on before us, (and he passed on,) but stand thou still a while, that I may shew thee the word of God. 1 Samuel 12:7 Now therefore stand still, that I may reason with you before the LORD of all the righteous acts of the LORD, which he did to you and to your fathers. 1 Kings 22:16 And the king said unto him, How many times shall I adjure thee that thou tell me nothing but that which is true in the name of the LORD? Jump to Previous Declare Desist Last Night Samuel Saul Speak Stop To-Night Wait WordJump to Next Declare Desist Last Night Samuel Saul Speak Stop To-Night Wait Word1 Samuel 15 1. Samuel sends Saul to destroy Amalek6. Saul favors the Kenites 7. He spares Agag and the best of the spoil 10. Samuel denounces unto Saul God's rejection of him for his disobedience 24. Saul's humiliation 32. Samuel kills Agag 34. Samuel and Saul part "Stop!" exclaimed Samuel. Samuel, the last judge and a prophet of Israel, is addressing King Saul. This command to "Stop!" signifies a moment of divine intervention and authority. Samuel, as God's spokesperson, is about to deliver a message of great importance. The urgency in his voice reflects the seriousness of Saul's disobedience. This moment is pivotal, as it marks a turning point in Saul's reign. The use of "Stop!" indicates a halt to Saul's actions and a call to listen to God's word, reminiscent of other biblical moments where God intervenes directly, such as when God speaks to Moses at the burning bush (Exodus 3). "Let me tell you what the LORD said to me last night." "Tell me," Saul replied. Persons / Places / Events 1. SamuelA prophet and judge of Israel, Samuel is a key figure in the transition from the period of judges to the establishment of the monarchy. He is known for his obedience to God and his role in anointing the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. 2. Saul The first king of Israel, Saul was chosen by God but later rejected due to his disobedience. His reign is marked by initial success but eventual downfall due to his failure to fully obey God's commands. 3. The LORD The covenant God of Israel, who communicates His will through prophets like Samuel. His instructions are clear and require complete obedience. 4. Amalekites A nomadic tribe that was a longstanding enemy of Israel. God commanded Saul to completely destroy them as a judgment for their past sins against Israel. 5. Gilgal A significant location in Israel's history, often associated with renewal and covenant. It is here that Samuel confronts Saul about his disobedience. Teaching Points The Importance of ObedienceGod desires complete obedience to His commands. Partial obedience or rationalizing disobedience is not acceptable to God. Listening to God’s Voice Like Samuel, we must be attentive to God's voice and willing to convey His messages, even when they are difficult. Consequences of Disobedience Saul's account serves as a warning that disobedience can lead to severe consequences, including the loss of God's favor and leadership. God’s Sovereignty and Justice God's commands, even when difficult to understand, are rooted in His justice and sovereignty. Trusting His wisdom is crucial. Repentance and Accountability When confronted with sin, genuine repentance and accountability are necessary. Saul's failure to fully repent led to his downfall. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 15:16?2. How does 1 Samuel 15:16 demonstrate the importance of obeying God's commands? 3. What can we learn about God's authority from Samuel's words in 1 Samuel 15:16? 4. How does 1 Samuel 15:16 connect to Jesus' teachings on obedience? 5. In what ways can we apply Samuel's boldness in confronting sin today? 6. How does 1 Samuel 15:16 challenge us to listen for God's voice? 7. Why did God command Saul to destroy the Amalekites in 1 Samuel 15:16? 8. How does 1 Samuel 15:16 reflect on God's nature of justice and mercy? 9. What does Samuel's message in 1 Samuel 15:16 reveal about obedience to God? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 15? 11. If Saul reportedly destroyed the Amalekites earlier (1 Samuel 15), why do they reappear here in 1 Samuel 30? 12. What defines personal prophecy? 13. Who killed Saul? Saul took his own sword and fell upon it.... Thus Saul died... (I Samuel 31:4-6) An Amalekite slew him (2 Samuel 1:1- 16) 14. Does God change his mind? I Samuel 15:10-11, 15:35, and Genesis 6:6-7 suggest yes, while I Samuel 15:29 suggests no. How do these contradictions reconcile? What Does 1 Samuel 15:16 Mean Stop!• Samuel cuts through Saul’s excuses with one commanding word: “Stop!” (1 Samuel 15:16). Like Nathan’s “You are the man!” to David (2 Samuel 12:7), the prophet’s interruption halts self-justification and forces Saul to face truth. • God often sends a decisive word to expose sin—think of Jesus’ admonition “Go, and sin no more” (John 8:11) or Peter’s rebuke to Ananias (Acts 5:3-4). • The abrupt stop underscores that partial obedience (vv. 13-15) is still rebellion (v. 23). Compare James 2:10: breaking “one point” renders the whole law transgressed. Let me tell you what the LORD said to me last night. • Samuel’s authority rests on divine revelation, not personal opinion (1 Samuel 3:19-21). Amos 3:7 reminds us the Lord reveals His plans through prophets. • “Last night” signals immediacy. God’s verdict on Saul’s incomplete obedience came quickly, echoing how He confronted Cain before sin could fester (Genesis 4:6-7). • By prefacing with “the LORD said,” Samuel makes clear that every forthcoming word carries covenant weight, just as Moses prefaced commands with “Thus says the LORD” (Exodus 4:22-23). Tell me. • Saul’s reply sounds compliant, yet his earlier actions show a heart still clinging to reputation and spoil (vv. 20-21). • Hearing truth and heeding it differ; Herod enjoyed listening to John yet remained unrepentant (Mark 6:20). • Saul’s “Tell me” sets the stage for divine judgment (vv. 17-23), proving Galatians 6:7—“God is not mocked.” A willingness to listen must be matched by obedience (Matthew 7:24-27). summary In 1 Samuel 15:16 the prophet’s sharp “Stop!” halts Saul’s self-defense, the phrase “Let me tell you what the LORD said to me last night” anchors the coming message in divine authority, and Saul’s “Tell me” exposes a heart that hears without yet surrendering. Together they highlight the seriousness of complete obedience, the certainty of God’s revealed word, and the danger of superficial submission. (16) Stay, and I will tell thee . . .--The king was probably turning away, desirous of closing an interview which to him was full of bitterness, when he was arrestedby the solemn words, and probably by the commanding gesture, of his old friend and counsellor, who now addressed him with the majesty and power of an accredited servant of the Most High. Verse 16. - Stay. Samuel will hear no more. Long as he had striven for him in prayer (ver. 11), he now feels that Saul has fallen too low for recovery to be possible. This night. It is plain from this that Samuel had not gone to meet Saul at Carmel, but on receiving information of his movements had proceeded straight to Gilgal, distant from Ramah about fifteen miles.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew “Stop!”הֶ֚רֶף (he·rep̄) Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 7503: Sink, relax exclaimed וַיֹּ֤אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say Samuel. שְׁמוּאֵל֙ (šə·mū·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8050: Samuel -- 'name of God', a prophet of Israel “Let me tell וְאַגִּ֣ידָה (wə·’ag·gî·ḏāh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular Strong's 5046: To be conspicuous you what אֲשֶׁ֨ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that the LORD יְהוָ֛ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel said דִּבֶּ֧ר (dib·ber) Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue to me אֵלַ֖י (’ê·lay) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to last night.” הַלָּ֑יְלָה (hal·lā·yə·lāh) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3915: A twist, night, adversity “Tell me,” דַּבֵּֽר׃ (dab·bêr) Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue Saul replied. וַיֹּ֥אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say Links 1 Samuel 15:16 NIV1 Samuel 15:16 NLT 1 Samuel 15:16 ESV 1 Samuel 15:16 NASB 1 Samuel 15:16 KJV 1 Samuel 15:16 BibleApps.com 1 Samuel 15:16 Biblia Paralela 1 Samuel 15:16 Chinese Bible 1 Samuel 15:16 French Bible 1 Samuel 15:16 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Samuel 15:16 Then Samuel said to Saul Stay (1Sa iSam 1 Sam i sa) |
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