Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - 1 Samuel 10:27
27. Children of Belial Worthless, envious persons. See on chap. 1 Samuel 1:16. Brought him no presents The marginal references here show how uniform a custom it was for persons to show their obedience or respect to one of high position, particularly to a king, by bringing him a present. To neglect such token of honour would be to treat a monarch with contempt. He held his peace Literally, he was as being deaf. He maintained a prudent reserve, deeming it inexpedient and unwise to... read more
Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - 1 Samuel 10:17-27
SAUL’S PUBLIC ELECTION AT MIZPEH, 1 Samuel 10:17-27. It was very important for the interests of Saul, as well as to Samuel and the people, that his advancement to the head of the nation be a matter of public notoriety. Already was it noised abroad that he was among the prophets; but that remarkable fact was no sufficient reason for the people to recognise him as their king. Therefore Samuel, to whom all still looked for judgment, assembled the people at Mizpeh, where Jehovah had on a former... read more