What is he meaning of the proverb, “Is Saul also among the prophets?”
1 Samuel 10:12 (ESV)
12And a man of the place answered, “And who is their father?” Therefore it became a proverb, “Is Saul also among the prophets?”
The precise meaning of the proverb is disputed. It does not mean that Saul has become a prophet in the same sense that Samuel was a prophet.1 It appears to have a positive connotation of surprise, perhaps a proverb used when people see something unusual taking place.2
12 And a man of the place answered, “And who is their father?” Therefore it became a proverb, “Is Saul also among the prophets?”