1 Samuel 10:16
And Saul said unto his uncle, He told us plainly that the asses were found. But of the matter of the kingdom, whereof Samuel spake, he told him not.
Cross-reference
1 Samuel 10:2
Historical context
In 1 Samuel 10:2, Samuel predicted the donkeys would be found; here Saul confirms that sign but hides the anointing.
1 Samuel 9:27
Historical context
1 Samuel 9:27 records Samuel privately telling Saul he will reveal God's word—the kingdom matter Saul then hides from his uncle.
Proverbs 29:11
Parallel
In Proverbs 29:11, a wise man restrains his words; Saul's concealment of the kingship mirrors that wisdom.
Jeremiah 38:27
Parallel
In Jeremiah 38:27, Jeremiah conceals the king's instructions from officials, similar to Saul withholding the kingdom matter.