1 Samuel 12:22

For the LORD will not forsake his people for his great name's sake: because it hath pleased the LORD to make you his people.

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Other Translations for 1 Samuel 12:22

BSB
Indeed, for the sake of His great name, the LORD will not abandon His people, because He was pleased to make you His own.
AKJV
For the LORD will not forsake his people for his great name's sake: because it has pleased the LORD to make you his people.
CPDV
And the Lord will not abandon his people, because of his great name. For the Lord has sworn to make you his people.
ERV
For the LORD will not forsake his people for his great name's sake: because it hath pleased the LORD to make you a people unto himself.
NHEB
For the LORD will not forsake his people for his great name's sake, because it has pleased the LORD to make you a people to himself.
SMT
For Jehovah will not cast off his people on account of his great name, for Jehovah willed to make you to him for a people.

Commentary for 1 Samuel 12:22

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 1 Samuel 12:22
Summary
God remains faithful to His chosen people
Event
God affirms covenant loyalty
Estimated Time Period
c. 1050 BC
Category
Promise