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1 Samuel 8:9
New King James Version
1 Samuel 8:9
New King James Version
9 Now therefore, heed their voice. However, you shall solemnly forewarn them, and (A)show them the behavior of the king who will reign over them.”
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1 Samuel 8:9
English Standard Version
1 Samuel 8:9
English Standard Version
9 Now then, obey their voice; only you shall solemnly warn them (A)and show them the ways of the king who shall reign over them.”
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1 Samuel 8:9
King James Version
1 Samuel 8:9
King James Version
9 Now therefore hearken unto their voice: howbeit yet protest solemnly unto them, and shew them the manner of the king that shall reign over them.
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New King James Version (NKJV) 
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English Standard Version (ESV) 
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