And it was so, that when he had turned his back to go from Samuel, God gave him another heart — the transformation promised in verse 6 begins to occur immediately. The phrase 'gave him another heart' (vatichliph lo elohim lev aḥer) suggests a spiritual renewal and empowerment. A new 'heart' (lev) represents a new center of will and intention, aligned with God's purpose. and all those signs came to pass that day — all three signs that Samuel had predicted come to pass 'that day' (bayom hahu), validating Samuel's prophetic word and God's guidance. The fulfillment confirms that Saul is indeed chosen and empowered by God.

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