1 Samuel 2:12
“Now the sons of Eli were sons of Belial; they knew not the LORD.” Context: The book of 1 Samuel begins with the story of Samuel’s birth and his dedication…
1 Samuel 2:11
“And Elkanah went to Ramah to his house. And the child did minister unto the Lord before Eli the priest.” Context: The book of 1 Samuel begins with the story…
1 Samuel 2:10
“The adversaries of the Lord shall be broken to pieces; out of heaven shall he thunder upon them: the Lord shall judge the ends of the earth, and he shall…
1 Samuel 2:9
“He will keep the feet of his saints, and the wicked shall be silent in darkness; for by strength shall no man prevail.” Context: The book of 1 Samuel focuses…
1 Samuel 2:8
“He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, and lifteth up the beggar from the dunghill, to set them among princes, and to make them inherit the throne of…
1 Samuel 2:7
“The Lord maketh poor, and maketh rich: he bringeth low, and lifteth up.” Context: This verse is part of a prayer or song of thanksgiving uttered by Hannah, the mother…
1 Samuel 2:6
“The Lord killeth, and maketh alive: he bringeth down to the grave, and bringeth up.” Understanding the Historical Context:1 Samuel is a book that recounts the transition of leadership in…
1 Samuel 2:5
“Holiness is not found in material possessions or human strength. It is found in the character of God, who is the source of all true power and authority.” This verse…
1 Samuel 2:4
“The bows of the mighty men are broken, and they that stumbled are girded with strength.” Context: The book of 1 Samuel is a historical book in the Old Testament…
1 Samuel 2:3
“Talk no more so exceeding proudly; let not arrogancy come out of your mouth: for the Lord is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed.” This verse…