1Sa 15:15 | MHM | STEP | v. 15 : Saul tries to excuse himself by blaming the people for sparing the best animals, claiming they were kept to sacrifice to God. He shifts the blame instead of taking responsibility. This excuse reveals his hypocrisy, as it was likely his greed that influenced the decision. A good intention cannot justify disobedience to God (1 Samuel 15:15; 1 Samuel 15:15 ).

‏ 1 Samuel 15:15

v. 15: Saul tries to excuse himself by blaming the people for sparing the best animals, claiming they were kept to sacrifice to God. He shifts the blame instead of taking responsibility. This excuse reveals his hypocrisy, as it was likely his greed that influenced the decision. A good intention cannot justify disobedience to God (1 Samuel 15:15; 1 Samuel 15:15 ^a).