Cross-References — 1 Samuel 11

4 pairs

1 Samuel 11:6referencesJudges 3:10
In 1 Samuel 11:6, the Spirit of God comes upon Saul, empowering him for leadership and deliverance, similar to how the Spirit came upon Othniel in Judges 3:10 to deliver Israel.
Thematic focusEmpowerment by the Spirit, Leadership, Deliverance.
1 Samuel 11:7referencesJudges 19:29-30
1 Samuel 11:7 describes Saul cutting oxen into pieces to rally Israel, reminiscent of the Levite cutting his concubine into pieces in Judges 19:29-30 to summon Israel for justice.
Thematic focusUnity, Call to Action, Justice.
1 Samuel 11:13referencesGenesis 50:20
In 1 Samuel 11:13, Saul attributes the victory to the Lord, showing mercy, similar to Joseph's recognition of God's providence in Genesis 50:20.
Thematic focusDivine Providence, Mercy, Recognition of God's Hand.
1 Samuel 11:15references1 Samuel 10:24
1 Samuel 11:15 describes the reaffirmation of Saul as king, following his initial anointing and public acclamation in 1 Samuel 10:24.
Thematic focusKingship, Anointing, Public Affirmation.

1 Samuel 11:6→referencesJudges 3:10