1 Samuel 2:21
1 Samuel 2:21 in Multiple Translations
So the LORD attended to Hannah, and she conceived and gave birth to three sons and two daughters. Meanwhile, the boy Samuel grew up in the presence of the LORD.
And the LORD visited Hannah, so that she conceived, and bare three sons and two daughters. And the child Samuel grew before the LORD.
And Jehovah visited Hannah, and she conceived, and bare three sons and two daughters. And the child Samuel grew before Jehovah.
And the Lord had mercy on Hannah and she gave birth to three sons and two daughters. And the young Samuel became older before the Lord.
The Lord blessed Hannah with three sons and two daughters. The boy Samuel grew up in the presence of the Lord.
And the Lord visited Hannah, so that she conceiued, and bare three sonnes, and two daughters. And the childe Samuel grewe before the Lord.
When Jehovah hath looked after Hannah, then she conceiveth and beareth three sons and two daughters; and the youth Samuel groweth up with Jehovah.
The LORD visited Hannah, and she conceived and bore three sons and two daughters. The child Samuel grew before the LORD.
And the LORD visited Hannah, so that she conceived, and bore three sons and two daughters. And the child Samuel grew before the LORD.
And the Lord visited Anna, and she conceived, and bore three sons and two daughters: and the child Samuel became great before the Lord.
And Yahweh was very kind to Hannah, and enabled her to give birth to three other sons and two daughters. Their son Samuel grew up while he was doing work for Yahweh in the Sacred Tent.
And God was really good to Hannah. After that, she had some other kids. She had 3 boys and 2 girls. All this time Samuel grew up in God’s house, still working for him.
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Study Notes — 1 Samuel 2:21
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- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Samuel 2:21
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- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Samuel 2:21
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Samuel 2:21
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Context — Eli’s Wicked Sons
21So the LORD attended to Hannah, and she conceived and gave birth to three sons and two daughters. Meanwhile, the boy Samuel grew up in the presence of the LORD.
22Now Eli was very old, and he heard about everything his sons were doing to all Israel and how they were sleeping with the women who served at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. 23“Why are you doing these things?” Eli said to his sons. “I hear about your wicked deeds from all these people.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Luke 2:40 | And the Child grew and became strong. He was filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was upon Him. |
| 2 | 1 Samuel 3:19 | And Samuel grew, and the LORD was with him, and He let none of Samuel’s words fall to the ground. |
| 3 | Genesis 21:1 | Now the LORD attended to Sarah as He had said, and the LORD did for Sarah what He had promised. |
| 4 | 1 Samuel 2:26 | And the boy Samuel continued to grow in stature and in favor with the LORD and with man. |
| 5 | Luke 1:80 | And the child grew and became strong in spirit; and he lived in the wilderness until the time of his public appearance to Israel. |
| 6 | Judges 13:24 | So the woman gave birth to a son and named him Samson. The boy grew, and the LORD blessed him. |
| 7 | Luke 1:68 | “Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, because He has visited and redeemed His people. |
| 8 | 1 Samuel 1:19–20 | 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. So in the course of time, Hannah conceived and gave birth to a son. She named him Samuel, saying, “Because I have asked for him from the LORD.” |
| 9 | Luke 2:52 | And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man. |
1 Samuel 2:21 Summary
[This verse tells us that God answered Hannah's prayers and gave her more children, which shows that He is a loving and faithful God who cares about our needs and desires. As seen in Psalm 113:9, God is able to give children to the barren and to bless those who trust in Him. The verse also reminds us that Samuel, who was dedicated to God's service, grew up in the presence of the LORD, which means he was taught to know and follow God from a young age. This is an encouragement to parents and caregivers to raise their children in the ways of the Lord, as commanded in Deuteronomy 6:6-7 and Ephesians 6:4.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the LORD attended to Hannah?
This phrase means that God heard and answered Hannah's prayers, as seen in 1 Samuel 1:27, where she asked for a son and promised to dedicate him to the LORD's service. This is a reminder that God is a loving Father who hears and responds to the cries of His people, as promised in Psalm 34:15.
How did Hannah's family grow after Samuel was born?
After dedicating Samuel to the LORD's service, Hannah had three more sons and two daughters, as stated in 1 Samuel 2:21, demonstrating God's faithfulness to bless those who trust and obey Him, as seen in Exodus 1:7 and other scriptures.
What does it mean that Samuel grew up in the presence of the LORD?
This phrase means that Samuel was raised in the temple, under the guidance and care of Eli the priest, and was taught to know and follow God from a young age, as seen in Luke 2:46-47, where Jesus also grew in wisdom and stature as a young boy.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter?
This verse serves as a transition from the story of Hannah's prayer and Samuel's dedication to the introduction of Eli's corrupt sons and the coming judgment on Eli's house, as seen in 1 Samuel 2:22-23 and 1 Samuel 3:11-14, highlighting the importance of faithfulness and obedience to God's commands.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has attended to me in my life, and how can I respond with faith and obedience like Hannah?
- How can I ensure that my children or the young people in my life are growing up in the presence of the LORD, and what role can I play in their spiritual development?
- What are some areas of my life where I need to trust God's faithfulness and provision, like Hannah did when she dedicated Samuel to the LORD's service?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my gratitude to God for His blessings and answers to prayer, like Hannah did through her prayers and songs of praise?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 2:21
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Samuel 2:21
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Samuel 2:21
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 2:21
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Samuel 2:21
Cambridge Bible on 1 Samuel 2:21
Barnes' Notes on 1 Samuel 2:21
Sermons on 1 Samuel 2:21
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Road to Reality - the Fear of the Lord - Part 1 by K.P. Yohannan | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of living a radical lifestyle rather than just acquiring knowledge about theology and the Bible. He challenges the audience to |
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Baby Jesus by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the topic of baby Jesus and the growth of the baby. He emphasizes the importance of giving time to God and feeding our spirits through worshi |
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What Grace Can Do by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of understanding and experiencing the true grace of God, highlighting how many Christians are missing out on the full inheritance purchased by |
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The Cross of Christ - Part 2 by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Abraham and Isaac from the Bible. He highlights the moment when Abraham is about to sacrifice his son, but God intervenes and pr |
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The Home by Don Courville | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of setting a godly example in the home. They highlight the influence parents have on their children's lives and how their acti |
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About My Father's Business by Steve Gallagher | This sermon delves into the childhood and developing years of Jesus, focusing on his upbringing in Nazareth, his early education in Scripture, and a significant incident in the tem |
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3) How Jesus Grew in Wisdom (Kannada) by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of Jesus' example in spending the majority of his life at home and in his place of work before starting his ministry, highlighting the signifi |






