1 Samuel 16:22

And Saul sent to Jesse, saying, Let David, I pray thee, stand before me; for he hath found favour in my sight.

King James Version

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Other Translations for 1 Samuel 16:22

BSB

Then Saul sent word to Jesse, saying, "Let David remain in my service, for I am pleased with him."

AKJV

And Saul sent to Jesse, saying, Let David, I pray you, stand before me; for he has found favor in my sight.

CPDV

And Saul sent to Jesse, saying: "Let David remain before my sight. For he has found favor in my eyes."

ERV

And Saul sent to Jesse, saying, Let David, I pray thee, stand before me; for he hath found favour in my sight.

NHEB

Saul sent to Jesse, saying, "Please let David stand before me; for he has found favor in my sight."

SMT

And Saul will send to Jesse, saying, David shall stand now before me, for he found grace in mine eyes.

Word Study (Strong’s) for 1 Samuel 16:22

AndSaulH7586Proper Name Masculine sentH7971VerbtoJesseH3448Proper Name Masculine sayingH559VerbLetDavidH1732Proper Name MasculineIpraytheestandH5975Verb beforeH6440Noun MasculinemeforhehathfoundH4672Verb favourH2580Noun MasculineinmysightH5869Noun

Commentary for 1 Samuel 16:22

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of 1 Samuel 16:22

Summary

Ruler formally requests permanent presence of servant

Event

Saul requests David's permanent service

Estimated Time Period

c. 1000 BC