1 Samuel 28:9

And the woman said unto him, Behold, thou knowest what Saul hath done, how he hath cut off those that have familiar spirits, and the wizards, out of the land: wherefore then layest thou a snare for my life, to cause me to die?

Cross-references

1 Samuel 28:3 Historical context

In 1 Samuel 28:3, Saul had expelled mediums and wizards, explaining why the medium fears he might kill her.

Exodus 22:18 Historical context

In Exodus 22:18, mediums are to be put to death — this law underlies the medium's fear that Saul will kill her.

Deuteronomy 18:10 Historical context

In Deuteronomy 18:10, mediums are forbidden; the woman references Saul's enforcement of this law, highlighting his hypocrisy.