1 Samuel 2:11
1 Samuel 2:11 in Multiple Translations
Then Elkanah went home to Ramah, but the boy began ministering to the LORD before Eli the priest.
And Elkanah went to Ramah to his house. And the child did minister unto the LORD before Eli the priest.
And Elkanah went to Ramah to his house. And the child did minister unto Jehovah before Eli the priest.
Then Elkanah went to Ramah to his house. And the child became the servant of the Lord under the direction of Eli the priest.
Then Elkanah went home to Ramah while the boy stayed with Eli the priest serving the Lord.
And Elkanah went to Ramah to his house, and the childe did minister vnto the Lord before Eli the Priest.
And Elkanah goeth to Ramath, unto his house, and the youth hath been serving Jehovah, [in] the presence of Eli the priest;
Elkanah went to Ramah to his house. The child served the LORD before Eli the priest.
And Elkanah went to Ramah to his house. And the child ministered to the LORD before Eli the priest.
And Elcana went to Ramatha, to his house: but the child ministered in the sight of the Lord before the face of Heli the priest.
Then Elkanah and his family returned to Ramah, but Samuel, the little boy, stayed to help Eli the priest serve Yahweh.
After that, Elkanah and his family went home to Ramah. Samuel stayed at Shiloh, and there Eli taught him the way to work for God.
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Samuel 2:11
Study Notes — 1 Samuel 2:11
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- 1 Samuel 2:11 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 2:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Samuel 2:11
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Samuel 2:11
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 2:11
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Samuel 2:11
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Samuel 2:11
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Samuel 2:11
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Samuel 2:11
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Samuel 2:11
- Sermons on 1 Samuel 2:11
Context — Hannah’s Prayer of Thanksgiving
11Then Elkanah went home to Ramah, but the boy began ministering to the LORD before Eli the priest.
12Now the sons of Eli were wicked men; they had no regard for the LORD 13or for the custom of the priests with the people. When any man offered a sacrifice, the servant of the priest would come with a three-pronged meat fork while the meat was boilingCross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Samuel 3:1 | And the boy Samuel ministered to the LORD before Eli. Now in those days the word of the LORD was rare and visions were scarce. |
| 2 | 1 Samuel 2:18 | Now Samuel was ministering before the LORD—a boy wearing a linen ephod. |
| 3 | 1 Samuel 1:28 | I now dedicate the boy to the LORD. For as long as he lives, he is dedicated to the LORD.” So they worshiped the LORD there. |
| 4 | 1 Samuel 3:15 | Samuel lay down until the morning; then he opened the doors of the house of the LORD. He was afraid to tell Eli the vision, |
| 5 | 1 Samuel 1:19 | The next morning Elkanah and Hannah got up early to bow in worship before the LORD, and then returned home to Ramah. And Elkanah had relations with his wife Hannah, and the LORD remembered her. |
1 Samuel 2:11 Summary
This verse, 1 Samuel 2:11, tells us that the boy Samuel started serving and worshiping God in the temple, learning from Eli the priest. This shows that serving God is something that can be done at any age, and it requires dedication and a willingness to learn, as encouraged in Psalm 119:9-16. Just like Samuel, we can start serving God today by reading His Word, praying, and obeying His commands, as Jesus taught in John 14:15. By doing so, we can become faithful servants of God, just like Samuel, and trust in His plan and timing for our lives, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the boy to begin ministering to the LORD?
This means that the boy, Samuel, started serving and worshiping God in the temple, learning from Eli the priest, as seen in 1 Samuel 2:11, and this is similar to how Jesus began His ministry, as described in Luke 2:46-47.
Why did Elkanah go home to Ramah while the boy stayed behind?
Elkanah went home because his yearly sacrifice and worship in Shiloh were completed, as hinted in 1 Samuel 1:21, and he left the boy Samuel to serve God, as promised in 1 Samuel 1:28.
What can we learn from the boy's decision to minister to the LORD?
We can learn that serving and worshiping God is a decision that can be made at any age, as seen in the examples of Samuel and Jesus, and that it requires dedication and a willingness to learn, as encouraged in Psalm 119:9-16 and 2 Timothy 3:15-17.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter?
This verse connects to the rest of the chapter by showing the contrast between the faithfulness of Samuel and the wickedness of Eli's sons, as described in 1 Samuel 2:12-17, and highlights God's desire for faithful servants, as expressed in 1 Samuel 2:9-10 and 1 Samuel 2:35.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can begin ministering to the LORD in my own life, just like the boy Samuel did?
- How can I balance my desire to serve God with my daily responsibilities and obligations, like Elkanah did when he went home to Ramah?
- What can I learn from the boy's example about the importance of humility and a willingness to learn in my relationship with God?
- In what ways can I, like the boy Samuel, be a faithful servant of God in my own community and among my peers?
- How does this verse encourage me to trust in God's plan and timing for my life, just as Elkanah and Hannah trusted God's plan for Samuel?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 2:11
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Samuel 2:11
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Samuel 2:11
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 2:11
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Samuel 2:11
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Samuel 2:11
Cambridge Bible on 1 Samuel 2:11
Barnes' Notes on 1 Samuel 2:11
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Samuel 2:11
Sermons on 1 Samuel 2:11
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The Great Future of Pentecost by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of church meetings and being led by the Holy Spirit. He shares a story about an evangelist who felt a strong conviction not t |
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(Through the Bible) 1 Samuel 1-10 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of the spirit of God coming upon a person's life and anointing them. He highlights the significance of having a heart turned |
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Cranbrook 1993 10-4-93 Am by George Warnock | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of following the direction and orders of the captain of the hosts of the Lord. He uses the example of Joshua receiving the blu |
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(Prophecy) Prophecy in the Old Testament by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker warns against false prophets who take advantage of people by claiming to have private prophecies for them. He emphasizes the need to be cautious and dis |
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Fren-07 Samuel the Prophet by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of hearing and obeying the word of the Lord. He uses the example of Samuel, who faithfully listened and spoke the words that G |
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Personal Holiness - Part 1 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of taking resolute action and exercising strict control over certain aspects of our lives. He specifically mentions the need t |
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(Early Anabaptism) the Anabaptist Vision by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, Peter references the words of the Prophet Joel to explain why it appears that the men are drunk at 9am. He emphasizes the importance of receiving the vision from Go |







