Font Size
1 Samuel 10:19-21
New International Reader's Version
1 Samuel 10:19-21
New International Reader's Version
19 But now you have turned your backs on your God. He saves you out of all your trouble and suffering. In spite of that, you have said, ‘We refuse to listen. Place a king over us.’ So now gather together to meet with the Lord. Do it tribe by tribe and family group by family group.”
20 Then Samuel had each tribe of Israel come forward. The tribe of Benjamin was chosen by casting lots. 21 Next he had the tribe of Benjamin come forward, family group by family group. Matri’s group was chosen. Finally Saul, the son of Kish, was chosen. But when people looked for him, they realized he wasn’t there.
Read full chapter
New International Reader's Version (NIRV)
Copyright © 1995, 1996, 1998, 2014 by Biblica, Inc.®. Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
Bible Gateway Recommends
NIrV, The Story of Jesus for Kids: Experience the Life of Jesus as one Seamless Story
Retail: $3.99
Our Price: $2.79
Save: $1.20 (30%)
NIrV, Free on the Inside Bible, Large Print, Paperback
Retail: $14.99
Our Price: $10.49
Save: $4.50 (30%)
NIrV, The Books of the Bible for Kids: New Testament: Read the Story of Jesus, His Church, and His Return
Retail: $12.99
Our Price: $9.09
Save: $3.90 (30%)
NIrV, Adventure Bible for Early Readers, Full Color Interior
Retail: $34.99
Our Price: $24.49
Save: $10.50 (30%)
NIrV, Seek and Explore Holy Bible: Hunting for God’s Treasure
Retail: $29.99
Our Price: $20.99
Save: $9.00 (30%)