I thought, βNow the Philistines will descend upon me at Gilgal, and I have not sought the favor of the LORD.β So I felt compelled to offer the burnt offering.β
KJV
Therefore said I, The Philistines will come down now upon me to Gilgal, and I have not made supplication unto the LORD: I forced myself therefore, and offered a burnt offering.
ASV
therefore said I, Now will the Philistines come down upon me to Gilgal, and I have not entreated the favor of Jehovah: I forced myself therefore, and offered the burnt-offering.