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1 Samuel 8:9

World English Bible

9 Now therefore, listen to their voice. However, you shall protest solemnly to them, and shall show them the way of the king who will reign over them.”

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American Standard Version

Now therefore hearken unto their voice: howbeit thou shalt protest solemnly unto them, and shalt show them the manner of the king that shall reign over them.

Christian Standard Bible

Listen to them, but solemnly warn them and tell them about the customary rights of the king who will reign over them.”

English Standard Version

Now then, obey their voice; only you shall solemnly warn them and show them the ways of the king who shall reign over them.”

King James Version

Now therefore hearken unto their voice: howbeit yet protest solemnly unto them, and shew them the manner of the king that shall reign over them.

New American Standard Bible

Now then, listen to their voice; however, you shall warn them strongly and tell them of the practice of the king who will reign over them.”

New International Version

Now listen to them; but warn them solemnly and let them know what the king who will reign over them will claim as his rights.”

New King James Version

Now therefore, heed their voice. However, you shall solemnly forewarn them, and show them the behavior of the king who will reign over them.”

New Living Translation

Do as they ask, but solemnly warn them about the way a king will reign over them.”