1 Samuel 9:15
Now the Lord had told Samuel in his ear a day before Saul came, saying,
Cross-references
1 Samuel 9:17
Parallel
In 1 Samuel 9:17, the LORD confirms that Saul is the man revealed earlier, fulfilling the divine revelation.
1 Samuel 15:1
Historical context
In 1 Samuel 15:1, Samuel refers back to Saul's anointing, which was the result of the divine revelation and selection here.
Psalm 25:14
Related theme
In Psalm 25:14, the principle that God reveals His covenant to those who fear Him is exemplified by Samuel's reception of revelation.
Amos 3:7
Related theme
In Amos 3:7, the truth that God reveals His plans to prophets is illustrated by this specific revelation to Samuel.
Acts 13:21
Citation
Acts 13:21 directly cites this event: 'And afterward they asked for a king, and God gave them Saul' — confirming the historical fulfillment.
Deuteronomy 17:15
Parallel
Deuteronomy 17:15 commands that Israel's king be chosen by God; here God reveals the chosen one, fulfilling that principle.