1 Samuel 15:29 net — The Preeminent One of Israel does not go back on his word or change his mind, for he is not a human being who changes h…

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"The Preeminent One of Israel does not go back on his word or change his mind, for he is not a human being who changes his mind.”"

— 1 Samuel 15:29, NET Bible

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1 Samuel 15 — Context

26

Samuel said to Saul,“I will not go back with you, for you have rejected the LORD’s orders, and the LORD has rejected you from being king over Israel!”

27

When Samuel turned to leave, Saul grabbed the edge of his robe and it tore.

28

Samuel said to him,“The LORD has torn the kingdom of Israel from you this day and has given it to one of your colleagues who is better than you!

29

The Preeminent One of Israel does not go back on his word or change his mind, for he is not a human being who changes his mind.”

30

Saul again replied,“I have sinned. But please honor me before the elders of my people and before Israel. Go back with me so I may worship the LORD your God.”

31

So Samuel followed Saul back, and Saul worshiped the LORD.

32

Samuel Puts Agag to Death Then Samuel said,“Bring me King Agag of the Amalekites.” So Agag came to him trembling, thinking to himself,“Surely death is bitter!”

1 Samuel 15:29 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Samuel 15:29 say?
1 Samuel 15:29 in the NET Bible reads: “The Preeminent One of Israel does not go back on his word or change his mind, for he is not a human being who changes his mind.””
Where is 1 Samuel 15:29 in the Bible?
1 Samuel 15:29 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 1 Samuel, chapter 15, verse 29.
Who wrote 1 Samuel?
1 Samuel is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Samuel, Nathan, and Gad). It was written c. 930–722 BC.
What is the book of 1 Samuel about?
1 Samuel marks Israel's transition from judges to kings. It traces the births and ministries of the prophet Samuel, the rise and tragic fall of Saul as Israel's first king, and the anointing of the shepherd boy David, whose faith makes him a man after God's own heart.
What are the major themes of 1 Samuel?
1 Samuel explores themes including Kingship, Prophet, Faith vs. Fear, God's Sovereign Choice, Anointing. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Samuel 15:29.
What translation should I read 1 Samuel 15:29 in?
1 Samuel 15:29 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 Samuel 15:29?
1 Samuel 15:29 reads (NET): “The Preeminent One of Israel does not go back on his word or change his mind, for he is not a human being who changes his mind.”” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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