Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Sauls onkel, bror til hans far, spurte ham og tjeneren hans: «Hvor har dere vært?» Saul sa: «Vi dro ut for å se etter eslene. Da vi ikke kunne finne dem noe sted, dro vi til Samuel.» Da sa onkelen: «Vær så snill å fortell meg hva Samuel sa til dere.» Da sa Saul: «Samuel sa rett ut at eslene var funnet.» Men han fortalte ham ikke hva Samuel hadde sagt om det som gjaldt kongedømmet.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes Saul's uncle asking Saul and his servant where they went. They explain they were looking for lost donkeys and ended up at Samuel's place. The key message is about the journey and the truthfulness of their explanation.
Explained for Children
Imagine you lost your favorite toy and went looking for it. You ended up at your friend's house and told your parents all about it when you got home. That's what Saul did when he went looking for the donkeys and ended up at Samuel's house.
Historical Background
1 Samuel was written by various authors, including Samuel, Nathan, and Gad. It was written around 931-722 BCE. The audience was the Israelites, and the cultural setting was one of transition from judges to kings. This verse provides insight into Saul's early interactions before his kingship.
Living It Out Today
Imagine you're trying to find a lost item and unexpectedly meet someone important. This verse can teach us about being honest about our experiences, even when they take unexpected turns.