Verse 9

An evil spirit from Yahweh was on Saul, as he sat in his house with his spear in his hand; and David was playing with his hand.

Referenced Verses

• 1 Sam 16:14 : 14 Now the Spirit of Yahweh departed from Saul, and an evil spirit from Yahweh troubled him.
• 1 Sam 18:10-11 : 10 It happened on the next day, that an evil spirit from God came mightily on Saul, and he prophesied in the midst of the house. David played with his hand, as he did day by day. Saul had his spear in his hand; 11 and Saul threw the spear; for he said, "I will pin David even to the wall!" David escaped from his presence twice.
• 1 Sam 16:16 : 16 Let our lord now command your servants who are before you, to seek out a man who is a skillful player on the harp. It shall happen, when the evil spirit from God is on you, that he shall play with his hand, and you shall be well."