The land of Zuph. — This was believed to be in the south-west of Benjamin.
Lest my father... take thought for us. — “Saul’s tender regard for his father’s feelings here is a favourable indication of character.” — Dr. Kitto.
Related Commentaries of 1 Samuel 9:5
1 Samuel 9:5
5 And when they were come to the land of Zuph, Saul said to his servant that was with him, Come, and let us return; lest my father leave caring for the asses, and take thought for us.