1 Samuel 8:9

8:9 So now do as they say. 1  But seriously warn 2  them and make them aware of the policies of the king who will rule over them.” 3 

1 Samuel 9:17

9:17 When Samuel saw Saul, the Lord said, 4  “Here is the man that I told you about! He will rule over my people.”

1 tn Heb “and now, listen to their voice.”

2 tn The infinitive absolute appears before the imperative for emphasis.

3 tn Heb “and tell them the manner of the king who will rule over them.”

4 tn Heb “responded.”