When considering the modesty that some see in Saul by hiding in this chapter, G Campbell Morgan said that "modesty becomes sin when it prevents any man from stepping at once into a place to which he knows God is calling him."
I do not think, however, that what Saul is showing is modesty, but a false humility, or more accurately, a fear of stepping into God's calling. Saul isn't showing a good quality, but if it is fear-motivated, it is a quality that will be seen throughout his life. He will fear the people and offer sacrifice. He will fear losing his kingdom and try to kill David. He will fear not knowing the future and seek a witch. God gave Saul his Spirit, but it seems that he didn't hold onto it and instead chose the spirit of fear.
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