The early life account of one of the greatest prophets in Israel's history is given in these chapters. Hannah, a wife to Elkanah, was kept from having children - much to her dismay. She prayed fervently to God for a son that she could return to God's service. God heard and provided the son, a young boy named Samuel. Samuel grew up in the environs of the tabernacle, helping Eli the high priest minister on behalf of the people. Eli's two sons were corrupt and leading the nation in perverted worship practices. God appears to Samuel with a message of destruction for Eli's household due to the sin of these rebellious boys. However, we are told that Samuel's word was highly revered and that he served the Lord obediently.
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