1 Samuel 16:22

1 Samuel 16:22 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

22Then Saul sent word to Jesse, saying, “Allow David to remain in my service, for I am pleased with him.”

Read 1 Samuel 16 in NIV · About the NIV

New American Standard Bible - NASB (NASB2020)

22So Saul sent word to Jesse, saying, “Let David now 16:22 Lit stand before mebe my attendant for he has found favor in my sight.”

Read 1 Samuel 16 in NASB2020 · About the NASB2020

New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)

22Saul sent to Jesse, saying, “Let David now stand before me, for he has found favor in my sight.”

Read 1 Samuel 16 in NASB1995 · About the NASB1995

Amplified Bible (AMP)

22Saul sent word to Jesse, saying, “Please let David 16:22 Lit stand before me.be my attendant, for he has found favor in my sight.”

Read 1 Samuel 16 in AMP · About the AMP

Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

22Then Saul sent word to Jesse, saying, “Let David remain in my service, for I am pleased with him.”

Read 1 Samuel 16 in BSB · About the BSB

New International Reader’s Version (NIrV)

22Saul sent a message to Jesse. Saul said, “Let David stay here. I want him to serve me. I’m pleased with him.”

Read 1 Samuel 16 in NIrV · About the NIrV