1 Samuel 28 Artwork

"And it came to pass in those days, that the Philistines gathered their armies together for warfare, to fight with Israel. And Achish said unto David, Know thou assuredly, that thou shalt go out with me to battle, thou and thy men." - 1 Samuel 28:1

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1 Chronicles 6:28 - "And the sons of Samuel; the firstborn Vashni, and Abiah." Depict a scene from the historical religious text, 1 Chronicles 6:28. Show Samuels' sons, the eldest named Vashni and the younger named Abiah, standing side by side. This scene is set against the olden biblical landscape, providing a vintage and historical feel. The style should be illustrative and bright, matching the characteristics of digital art with its precise lines, vibrant colors, and illuminating contrasts.

1 Chronicles 6:28 - "And the sons of Samuel; the firstborn Vashni, and Abiah."

1 Samuel 28:16 - "Then said Samuel, Wherefore then dost thou ask of me, seeing the LORD is departed from thee, and is become thine enemy?" A vivid and deeply engrossing representation of 1 Samuel 28:16 - 'Then said Samuel, Wherefore then dost thou ask of me, seeing the LORD is departed from thee, and is become thine enemy?'. Create this biblical scene with an atmospheric feel, using the techniques that would be seen in traditional landscape paintings with a balance of soft and bold colors. Keep in mind the mood of the context, it should feel somber and dramatic. Samuel should appear as a prominent figure, engaging in dialogue, against a backdrop depicting the divine departure.

1 Samuel 28:16 - "Then said Samuel, Wherefore then dost thou ask of me, seeing the LORD is departed from thee, and is become thine enemy?"

1 Samuel 28:11 - "Then said the woman, Whom shall I bring up unto thee? And he said, Bring me up Samuel."

1 Samuel 28:11 - "Then said the woman, Whom shall I bring up unto thee? And he said, Bring me up Samuel."

1 Samuel 18:28 - "¶ And Saul saw and knew that the LORD was with David, and that Michal Saul's daughter loved him." An artistic interpretation featuring two scenes derived from the biblical verse 1 Samuel 18:28. On one side, illustrate a scene where Saul, portrayed as an older, bearded Middle-Eastern man cloaked in royal garments, seems to be realizing something with surprise and apprehension. His gaze should be focused towards the heavens symbolizing his understanding that the Lord is with David. A divine, angelic light on the sky will serve as the symbol. On the other side of the artwork, depicts a young woman, Michal, who is Middle-Eastern in her descent, dressed in ornate clothing conveying her royal status. Her eyes filled with affection as she gazes at an unseen figure, symbolizing her love for David. Please create this in a digital art form.

1 Samuel 18:28 - "¶ And Saul saw and knew that the LORD was with David, and that Michal Saul's daughter loved him."

1 Samuel 28:5 - "And when Saul saw the host of the Philistines, he was afraid, and his heart greatly trembled."

1 Samuel 28:5 - "And when Saul saw the host of the Philistines, he was afraid, and his heart greatly trembled."

1 Samuel 20:28 - "And Jonathan answered Saul, David earnestly asked leave of me to go to Beth-lehem:"

1 Samuel 20:28 - "And Jonathan answered Saul, David earnestly asked leave of me to go to Beth-lehem:"

1 Samuel 28:12 - "And when the woman saw Samuel, she cried with a loud voice: and the woman spake to Saul, saying, Why hast thou deceived me? for thou art Saul."

1 Samuel 28:12 - "And when the woman saw Samuel, she cried with a loud voice: and the woman spake to Saul, saying, Why hast thou deceived me? for thou art Saul."

1 Samuel 15:28 - "And Samuel said unto him, The LORD hath rent the kingdom of Israel from thee this day, and hath given it to a neighbour of thine, that is better than thou."

1 Samuel 15:28 - "And Samuel said unto him, The LORD hath rent the kingdom of Israel from thee this day, and hath given it to a neighbour of thine, that is better than thou."

1 Samuel 28:10 - "And Saul sware to her by the LORD, saying, As the LORD liveth, there shall no punishment happen to thee for this thing."

1 Samuel 28:10 - "And Saul sware to her by the LORD, saying, As the LORD liveth, there shall no punishment happen to thee for this thing."

1 Samuel 28:6 - "And when Saul enquired of the LORD, the LORD answered him not, neither by dreams, nor by Urim, nor by prophets."

1 Samuel 28:6 - "And when Saul enquired of the LORD, the LORD answered him not, neither by dreams, nor by Urim, nor by prophets."

1 Samuel 30:28 - "And to them which were in Aroer, and to them which were in Siphmoth, and to them which were in Eshtemoa," Create a digital art representation of a scene from ancient times, inspired by the verse 1 Samuel 30:28. The scene depicts three distinct locations - Aroer, Siphmoth, and Eshtemoa. To the left, show ruins of an old town on a hill representing Aroer. In the middle, illustrate a desert landscape depicting Siphmoth. On the right, portray a lush agricultural terrain for Eshtemoa. The ancient charm should be vivid in the environment, residents, and architectures.

1 Samuel 30:28 - "And to them which were in Aroer, and to them which were in Siphmoth, and to them which were in Eshtemoa,"

1 Samuel 1:28 - "Therefore also I have lent him to the LORD; as long as he liveth he shall be lent to the LORD. And he worshipped the LORD there." Consider a digital art representation of a specific scene from a known religious text. In the scene, a young boy of Middle-Eastern descent is dedicating his life to devotion and worship in an olden times setting. The environment around this boy reflects a period of antiquity, complete with rustic buildings, perhaps an old temple or place of worship. The majority of the scene is filled with a sense of reverence, the boy appears to be deeply engulfed in prayer or perhaps performing a ceremonial act of worship. The overall ethos of the image is one of devout faith and dedication towards a higher power.

1 Samuel 1:28 - "Therefore also I have lent him to the LORD; as long as he liveth he shall be lent to the LORD. And he worshipped the LORD there."

1 Samuel 28:25 - "And she brought it before Saul, and before his servants; and they did eat. Then they rose up, and went away that night."

1 Samuel 28:25 - "And she brought it before Saul, and before his servants; and they did eat. Then they rose up, and went away that night."

1 Samuel 28:4 - "And the Philistines gathered themselves together, and came and pitched in Shunem: and Saul gathered all Israel together, and they pitched in Gilboa." A historic sight portrayed in the medium of digital art. Visualize a vivid landscape where two ancient armies, the Philistines and Israelites, assemble and set up their camps in their respective territories, Shunem and Gilboa. The Philistines, a seafaring people from the eastern Mediterranean appear fierce and ready for battle, while the Israelites under the leadership of Saul display unity and preparedness. Use saturated hues, fine digital brush strokes, and light effects to render the grandiose of the scene, the tension in the air, the beauty of the historic Middle-Eastern terrain and a looming confrontation.

1 Samuel 28:4 - "And the Philistines gathered themselves together, and came and pitched in Shunem: and Saul gathered all Israel together, and they pitched in Gilboa."

1 Samuel 28:20 - "Then Saul fell straightway all along on the earth, and was sore afraid, because of the words of Samuel: and there was no strength in him; for he had eaten no bread all the day, nor all the night."

1 Samuel 28:20 - "Then Saul fell straightway all along on the earth, and was sore afraid, because of the words of Samuel: and there was no strength in him; for he had eaten no bread all the day, nor all the night."

1 Samuel 23:28 - "Wherefore Saul returned from pursuing after David, and went against the Philistines: therefore they called that place Selahammahlekoth." A biblical scene inspired by 1 Samuel 23:28. This narrative piece portrays Saul, as a Middle-Eastern male with warrior attire, halting his pursuit of David. He is pivoting and preparing to face an unrelated battle against the Philistines. The location, named Selahammahlekoth, is a rugged terrain under a vivid twilight sky. The aesthetic is reminiscent of a painted digital art style, with smooth gradients and clean, defined shapes.

1 Samuel 23:28 - "Wherefore Saul returned from pursuing after David, and went against the Philistines: therefore they called that place Selahammahlekoth."

1 Samuel 28:3 - "¶ Now Samuel was dead, and all Israel had lamented him, and buried him in Ramah, even in his own city. And Saul had put away those that had familiar spirits, and the wizards, out of the land." Visualize a scene inspired by the biblical passage 1 Samuel 28:3. Imagine the demise of the prophet Samuel, with the people of Israel mourning his loss. His body is laid to rest in the city of Ramah, his homeland. Concurrently, King Saul, determined to cleanse the land, is expelling individuals associated with occult practices, such as mediums and wizards. Reflect this dichotomous setting, capturing the sorrow of the nation at Samuel's death and Saul’s assertive expulsion of the mystical practitioners. Convey this narrative in a style reminiscent of digital art.

1 Samuel 28:3 - "¶ Now Samuel was dead, and all Israel had lamented him, and buried him in Ramah, even in his own city. And Saul had put away those that had familiar spirits, and the wizards, out of the land."

2 Samuel 23:28 - "Zalmon the Ahohite, Maharai the Netophathite," A depiction of two biblical figures: Zalmon the Ahohite, a Middle-Eastern man with defined facial features, and Maharai the Netophathite, a Caucasian man with a stern expression. Both are garbed in traditional biblical attire, standing under the bright desert sun. Render this scene with the sleekness and polish characteristic of digital art.

2 Samuel 23:28 - "Zalmon the Ahohite, Maharai the Netophathite,"

1 Samuel 28:24 - "And the woman had a fat calf in the house; and she hasted, and killed it, and took flour, and kneaded it, and did bake unleavened bread thereof:" A scene from 1 Samuel 28:24, with a woman preparing a meal in her humble abode. She is in the process of hurriedly slaughtering a plump calf that had been domesticated. Nearby, the flour is being diligently kneaded by her firm hands, preparing to bake the unleavened bread. The atmosphere is rustic and filled with an urgency, capturing the biblical era. Translate this scene into digital art.

1 Samuel 28:24 - "And the woman had a fat calf in the house; and she hasted, and killed it, and took flour, and kneaded it, and did bake unleavened bread thereof:"

1 Samuel 28:14 - "And he said unto her, What form is he of? And she said, An old man cometh up; and he is covered with a mantle. And Saul perceived that it was Samuel, and he stooped with his face to the ground, and bowed himself." Create a digital artwork that depicts a scene from an ancient religious text. In the scene, a woman is describing an old man ascending, wrapped in a cloak. A man named Saul, recognizing the described figure as Samuel, drops to his knees, lowering his face to the ground in reverence. To enhance the scene, emphasize the age and wisdom of the ascendant figure, the surprise and reverence of Saul, and the eeriness of the atmosphere.

1 Samuel 28:14 - "And he said unto her, What form is he of? And she said, An old man cometh up; and he is covered with a mantle. And Saul perceived that it was Samuel, and he stooped with his face to the ground, and bowed himself."

1 Samuel 28:13 - "And the king said unto her, Be not afraid: for what sawest thou? And the woman said unto Saul, I saw gods ascending out of the earth."

1 Samuel 28:13 - "And the king said unto her, Be not afraid: for what sawest thou? And the woman said unto Saul, I saw gods ascending out of the earth."

1 Samuel 28:2 - "And David said to Achish, Surely thou shalt know what thy servant can do. And Achish said to David, Therefore will I make thee keeper of mine head for ever." Illustrate a biblical scene from 1 Samuel 28:2. Capture the moment where David communicates with Achish, expressing his loyalty and devotion. Achish, in return, offers David a position of importance and trust. The setting should depict the ancient Middle East. Both are Middle-Eastern men. David appears strong and dedicated, while Achish exudes authority and appreciation. Present the image in the visual aesthetic often seen in digital art.

1 Samuel 28:2 - "And David said to Achish, Surely thou shalt know what thy servant can do. And Achish said to David, Therefore will I make thee keeper of mine head for ever."

1 Samuel 28:18 - "Because thou obeyedst not the voice of the LORD, nor executedst his fierce wrath upon Amalek, therefore hath the LORD done this thing unto thee this day." A digital art scene inspired by 1 Samuel 28:18 from the Bible. This Old Testament verse, "Because thou obeyedst not the voice of the LORD, nor executedst his fierce wrath upon Amalek, therefore hath the LORD done this thing unto thee this day." illustrates a dramatic and emotional interaction between divine and mortal beings. At the center of the scene is an anonymous biblical figure embodying the quote, surrounded by biblical symbolism and imagery. The atmosphere is heavy with spiritual energy, and the divine wrath is felt as a tangible, authoritative presence. Carefully use the contrast between light and dark to underscore the intensity of the emotions involved.

1 Samuel 28:18 - "Because thou obeyedst not the voice of the LORD, nor executedst his fierce wrath upon Amalek, therefore hath the LORD done this thing unto thee this day."

1 Samuel 28:17 - "And the LORD hath done to him, as he spake by me: for the LORD hath rent the kingdom out of thine hand, and given it to thy neighbour, even to David:"

1 Samuel 28:17 - "And the LORD hath done to him, as he spake by me: for the LORD hath rent the kingdom out of thine hand, and given it to thy neighbour, even to David:"

1 Samuel 14:28 - "Then answered one of the people, and said, Thy father straitly charged the people with an oath, saying, Cursed be the man that eateth any food this day. And the people were faint." Illustrate a biblical scene from 1 Samuel 14:28. The scene is set in a backdrop of ancient times. One Middle-Eastern man among a crowd is speaking, sharing an oath from a paternal figure. The oath states that anyone who consumes food on this day will be cursed. The surrounding people show signs of fatigue and exhaustion. This scene should evoke deep, solemn emotions and feature the aesthetic of digital art.

1 Samuel 14:28 - "Then answered one of the people, and said, Thy father straitly charged the people with an oath, saying, Cursed be the man that eateth any food this day. And the people were faint."

1 Samuel 28:19 - "Moreover the LORD will also deliver Israel with thee into the hand of the Philistines: and to morrow shalt thou and thy sons be with me: the LORD also shall deliver the host of Israel into the hand of the Philistines." A digital artwork representation of the biblical verse 1 Samuel 28:19. It visually captures the narrative where the Lord promises to deliver Israel with its people into the hand of the Philistines. The imagery is filled with symbolic elements portraying prophetic foretelling. The scene shows a tense environment, with a sense of impending action. Use diverse colors and structured lines to convey the scene's intensity. Make sure to incorporate traditional biblical elements associated with the depicted figures and scenario.

1 Samuel 28:19 - "Moreover the LORD will also deliver Israel with thee into the hand of the Philistines: and to morrow shalt thou and thy sons be with me: the LORD also shall deliver the host of Israel into the hand of the Philistines."

1 Chronicles 26:28 - "And all that Samuel the seer, and Saul the son of Kish, and Abner the son of Ner, and Joab the son of Zeruiah, had dedicated; and whosoever had dedicated any thing, it was under the hand of Shelomith, and of his brethren." Illustrate a scene inspired by a biblical verse, 1 Chronicles 26:28. Visualize Samuel the prophet, Saul, Abner, and Joab, all of various heritages across the earth, dedicating their items to Shelomith and his brothers. The style should be akin to the medium used in the pre-1912 era, intertwined with characteristics of vivid detail, strong storytelling and heightened emotion, as seen in religious artwork of those times.

1 Chronicles 26:28 - "And all that Samuel the seer, and Saul the son of Kish, and Abner the son of Ner, and Joab the son of Zeruiah, had dedicated; and whosoever had dedicated any thing, it was under the hand of Shelomith, and of his brethren."

1 Samuel 28:1 - "And it came to pass in those days, that the Philistines gathered their armies together for warfare, to fight with Israel. And Achish said unto David, Know thou assuredly, that thou shalt go out with me to battle, thou and thy men."

1 Samuel 28:1 - "And it came to pass in those days, that the Philistines gathered their armies together for warfare, to fight with Israel. And Achish said unto David, Know thou assuredly, that thou shalt go out with me to battle, thou and thy men."

1 Samuel 28:8 - "And Saul disguised himself, and put on other raiment, and he went, and two men with him, and they came to the woman by night: and he said, I pray thee, divine unto me by the familiar spirit, and bring me him up, whom I shall name unto thee." Depict a scene inspired by 1 Samuel 28:8 from the Bible: A man in disguise and two other men, journeying under the cover of darkness. They approach a woman, seeking her spiritual guidance for a ritual involving a familiar spirit. The man pleads to the woman to summon a specific spirit, whom he would name. Capture the intensity and the suspense of the night meeting in a classic aesthetic similar to digital art.

1 Samuel 28:8 - "And Saul disguised himself, and put on other raiment, and he went, and two men with him, and they came to the woman by night: and he said, I pray thee, divine unto me by the familiar spirit, and bring me him up, whom I shall name unto thee."

2 Samuel 14:28 - "¶ So Absalom dwelt two full years in Jerusalem, and saw not the king's face." Create an image inspired by 2 Samuel 14:28 from the Bible. It reads: 'So Absalom dwelt two full years in Jerusalem, and saw not the king's face.' In the image, show a symbolic representation of Absalom, perhaps a Middle Eastern man, in an urban Jerusalem setting, waiting for two years without the sight of the king. The mood should be contemplative and the scene should look like it takes place over a long period of time. Please make the image in the style of digital art.

2 Samuel 14:28 - "¶ So Absalom dwelt two full years in Jerusalem, and saw not the king's face."