1 Samuel 15:9 · KJV

"But Saul and the people spared Agag, and the best of the sheep, and of the oxen, and of the fatlings, and the lambs, and all that was good, and would not utterly destroy them: but every thing that was vile and refuse, that they destroyed utterly."

King James Version

Passage Context

⁷And Saul smote the Amalekites from Havilah until thou comest to Shur, that is over against Egypt.

⁸And he took Agag the king of the Amalekites alive, and utterly destroyed all the people with the edge of the sword.

⁹But Saul and the people spared Agag, and the best of the sheep, and of the oxen, and of the fatlings, and the lambs, and all that was good, and would not utterly destroy them: but every thing that was vile and refuse, that they destroyed utterly.

¹⁰Then came the word of the LORD unto Samuel, saying,

¹¹It repenteth me that I have set up Saul to be king: for he is turned back from following me, and hath not performed my commandments. And it grieved Samuel; and he cried unto the LORD all night.

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Reflection Questions

What does it mean to you to obey fully?

How do you handle the temptation to compromise your values?

When have you faced the consequences of partial obedience?

Life Application

obedience

Reflect on areas in your life where you need to commit fully to God's commands.

integrity

Strive to maintain your integrity in all your dealings, avoiding shortcuts.

People in This Verse

AgagOT

The king of the Amalekites, captured by Saul. His sparing signifies Saul's disobedience to God's command.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 15:8

SaulOT

Saul was the first king of Israel, chosen by God but later rejected for disobedience. His life serves as a cautionary tale about pride and the consequences of turning away from God.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 9:1

Places in This Verse

Amalek

An ancient city associated with the Amalekite people, known for their conflict with Israel.

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