1 Samuel 17:31

BSB · Public Domain (CC0)

“Now David’s words were overheard and reported to Saul, who called for him.”

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BSBPD

“Now David’s words were overheard and reported to Saul, who called for him.”

Berean Standard Bible · Public Domain (CC0)
KJVPD

“And when the words were heard which David spake, they rehearsed them before Saul: and he sent for him.”

King James Version · Public Domain
ASVPD

“And when the words were heard which David spake, they rehearsed them before Saul; and he sent for him.”

American Standard Version · Public Domain
YLTPD

“And the words which David hath spoken are heard, and they declare before Saul, and he receiveth him;”

Young's Literal Translation · Public Domain
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Cross references

Other passages that echo 1 Samuel 17:31 — 1 related verse from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  1. Proverbs 22:29Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will be stationed in the presence of kings; he will not stand before obscure men.

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