1Sa 11:4 | JFB | STEP | 3-4. send messengers unto all the coasts of Israel-- a curious proof of the general dissatisfaction that prevailed as to the appointment of Saul. Those Gileadites deemed him capable neither of advising nor succoring them; and even in his own town the appeal was made to the people--not to the prince. . They Send to Saul, and Are Delivered.

‏ 1 Samuel 11:4

3-4. send messengers unto all the coasts of Israel--a curious proof of the general dissatisfaction that prevailed as to the appointment of Saul. Those Gileadites deemed him capable neither of advising nor succoring them; and even in his own town the appeal was made to the people--not to the prince.

1Sa 11:5-11. They Send to Saul, and Are Delivered.