1 Samuel 10:27

But the children of Belial said, How shall this man save us? And they despised him, and brought him no presents. But he held his peace.

Cross-reference

1 Samuel 2:12 uses the same phrase 'sons of Belial' for Eli's wicked sons — paralleling the worthless men who reject Saul.

1 Samuel 11:12 Historical context

1 Samuel 11:12 refers directly to the same men who despised Saul, now facing judgment after his victory.

In 1 Samuel 9:21, Saul humbly calls himself least of tribes — contrast with the worthless men who despise him for the same lowly origin.

In 1 Samuel 1:16, Hannah denies being a 'worthless woman' — same root beliyaal, but context is personal piety, not political rejection.

2 Samuel 20:1 describes a 'man of Belial' rebelling against David — a parallel to the rejection of Saul by worthless men.

2 Chronicles 13:7 uses 'children of Belial' for vain men opposing Rehoboam — another instance of wicked men opposing God's king.

Acts 7:35 Allusion

Acts 7:35 quotes Israel's rejection of Moses with 'Who made thee a ruler?' — echoing the same question of authority from Saul's detractors.

In Genesis 34:5, Jacob also 'held his peace' after Dinah's defilement — the same Hebrew phrase for silent restraint in the face of offense.

In Genesis 37:8, Joseph's brothers similarly reject his future rule with 'Are you indeed to reign over us?' — mirroring the disdain for Saul.

In Judges 19:22, the same phrase 'worthless fellows' (benei beliyaal) describes violent men — identical term for the despisers of Saul.

In 2 Peter 2:10, despising authority is condemned — the same attitude shown by those who despised Saul here.

Matthew 2:11 shows the Magi offering gifts to Jesus — a stark contrast to those who despised Saul and brought no present.

In Proverbs 11:12, belittling is foolish while silence is wise — Saul's quiet response here matches the wise man's restraint.

Deuteronomy 13:13 uses 'children of Belial' for those who lead others to apostasy — a similar term for corrupt men.

Psalm 38:13 Parallel

Psalm 38:13 describes the psalmist being like a deaf mute — paralleling Saul's silence when despised.

Isaiah 36:21 records Hezekiah's officials remaining silent as commanded — similar to Saul holding his peace.