1 Samuel 16:9-11

Contemporary English Version

⁹ Next, Jesse sent his son Shammah to him, and Samuel said, “The Lord hasn't chosen him either.”

¹⁰ One by one, Jesse told all seven of his sons to go over to Samuel. Finally, Samuel said, “Jesse, the Lord hasn't chosen any of these young men. ^11 (A) Do you have any other sons?”

“Yes,” Jesse answered. “My youngest son David is out taking care of the sheep.”

“Send for him!” Samuel said. “We won't start the ceremony until he gets here.”