New International Versionand she said to him, “Pardon me, my lord. As surely as you live, I am the woman who stood here beside you praying to the LORD.
New Living Translation“Sir, do you remember me?” Hannah asked. “I am the very woman who stood here several years ago praying to the LORD.
English Standard VersionAnd she said, “Oh, my lord! As you live, my lord, I am the woman who was standing here in your presence, praying to the LORD.
Berean Standard Bible“Please, my lord,” said Hannah, “as surely as you live, my lord, I am the woman who stood here beside you praying to the LORD.
King James BibleAnd she said, Oh my lord, as thy soul liveth, my lord, I am the woman that stood by thee here, praying unto the LORD.
New King James VersionAnd she said, “O my lord! As your soul lives, my lord, I am the woman who stood by you here, praying to the LORD.
New American Standard BibleAnd she said, “Pardon me, my lord! As your soul lives, my lord, I am the woman who stood here beside you, praying to the LORD.
NASB 1995She said, “Oh, my lord! As your soul lives, my lord, I am the woman who stood here beside you, praying to the LORD.
NASB 1977And she said, “Oh, my lord! As your soul lives, my lord, I am the woman who stood here beside you, praying to the LORD.
Legacy Standard BibleAnd she said, “Oh, my lord! As your soul lives, my lord, I am the woman who stood here beside you, praying to Yahweh.
Amplified BibleHannah said, “Oh, my lord! As [surely as] your soul lives, my lord, I am the woman who stood beside you here, praying to the LORD.
Christian Standard Bible“Please, my lord,” she said, “as surely as you live, my lord, I am the woman who stood here beside you praying to the LORD.
Holman Christian Standard Bible“Please, my lord,” she said, “as sure as you live, my lord, I am the woman who stood here beside you praying to the LORD.
American Standard VersionAnd she said, Oh, my lord, as thy soul liveth, my lord, I am the woman that stood by thee here, praying unto Jehovah.
Contemporary English Version"Sir," Hannah said, "a few years ago I stood here beside you and asked the LORD
English Revised VersionAnd she said, Oh my lord, as thy soul liveth, my lord, I am the woman that stood by thee here, praying unto the LORD.
GOD'S WORD® Translation"Sir," Hannah said, "as sure as you live, I'm the woman who stood here next to you and prayed to the LORD.
Good News TranslationHannah said to him, "Excuse me, sir. Do you remember me? I am the woman you saw standing here, praying to the LORD.
International Standard VersionHannah said, "Sir, as surely as you are alive, I'm the woman who stood before you here praying to the LORD.
NET BibleShe said, "Just as surely as you are alive, my lord, I am the woman who previously stood here with you in order to pray to the LORD.
New Heart English BibleShe said, "Oh, my lord, as your soul lives, my lord, I am the woman who stood by you here, praying to the LORD.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd she said, O my lord, as thy soul liveth, my lord, I am the woman that stood by thee here, praying to the LORD. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bible“Please, my lord,” said Hannah, “as surely as you live, my lord, I am the woman who stood here beside you praying to the LORD.
World English BibleShe said, “Oh, my lord, as your soul lives, my lord, I am the woman who stood by you here, praying to Yahweh. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand she says, “O my lord, your soul lives! My lord, I [am] the woman who stood with you in this [place], to pray to YHWH;
Young's Literal Translation and she saith, 'O, my lord, thy soul liveth! my lord, I am the woman who stood with thee in this place, to pray unto Jehovah;
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd she will say, With leave, my lord, thy soul living, my lord, I the woman standing with thee in here to pray to Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Anna said: I beseech thee, my lord, as thy soul liveth, my lord: I am that woman who stood before thee here praying to the Lord.
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd Hannah said: “I beg you, my lord, as your soul lives, my lord: I am that woman, who stood before you here, praying to the Lord.
New American BibleThen Hannah spoke up: “Excuse me, my lord! As you live, my lord, I am the woman who stood here near you, praying to the LORD.
New Revised Standard VersionAnd she said, “Oh, my lord! As you live, my lord, I am the woman who was standing here in your presence, praying to the LORD. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen Hannah said to Eli, I beseech you, my lord, as your soul lives, my lord, I am the woman that stood by you here, praying to the LORD for this boy.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd Khanna said to Eli: “I beg of you, my Lord, your soul is living, my Lord, I am the same woman who was standing with you here praying before LORD JEHOVAH for this boy OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And she said: 'Oh, my lord, as thy soul liveth, my lord, I am the woman that stood by thee here, praying unto the LORD.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd she said, I pray thee, my lord, as thy soul liveth, I am the woman that stood in thy presence with thee while praying to the Lord.
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Context The Birth of Samuel… 25And when they had slaughtered the bull, they brought the boy to Eli. 26“Please,my lord,”said Hannah,“as surely as youlive,my lord,Iam the womanwho stoodherebesideyou prayingtothe LORD.27I prayed for this boy, and since the LORD has granted me what I asked of Him,…
Cross References Luke 1:46-55Then Mary said: “My soul magnifies the Lord, / and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior! / For He has looked with favor on the humble state of His servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed. ...
Genesis 21:1-2Now the LORD attended to Sarah as He had said, and the LORD did for Sarah what He had promised. / So Sarah conceived and bore a son to Abraham in his old age, at the very time God had promised.
Judges 13:3-5The angel of the LORD appeared to the woman and said to her, “It is true that you are barren and have no children; but you will conceive and give birth to a son. / Now please be careful not to drink wine or strong drink, and not to eat anything unclean. / For behold, you will conceive and give birth to a son. And no razor shall touch his head, because the boy will be a Nazirite to God from the womb, and he will begin the deliverance of Israel from the hand of the Philistines.”
1 Samuel 2:1-10At that time Hannah prayed: “My heart rejoices in the LORD; my horn is exalted in the LORD. My mouth speaks boldly against my enemies, for I rejoice in Your salvation. / There is no one holy like the LORD. Indeed, there is no one besides You! And there is no Rock like our God. / Do not boast so proudly, or let arrogance come from your mouth, for the LORD is a God who knows, and by Him actions are weighed. ...
Genesis 30:22-24Then God remembered Rachel. He listened to her and opened her womb, / and she conceived and gave birth to a son. “God has taken away my shame,” she said. / She named him Joseph, and said, “May the LORD add to me another son.”
Luke 2:36-38There was also a prophetess named Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher, who was well along in years. She had been married for seven years, / and then was a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the temple, but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying. / Coming forward at that moment, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the Child to all who were waiting for the redemption of Jerusalem.
2 Kings 4:17But the woman did conceive, and at that time the next year she gave birth to a son, just as Elisha had told her.
Matthew 1:20-21But after he had pondered these things, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to embrace Mary as your wife, for the One conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. / She will give birth to a Son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins.”
Psalm 113:9He settles the barren woman in her home as a joyful mother to her children. Hallelujah!
Genesis 18:10-14Then the LORD said, “I will surely return to you at this time next year, and your wife Sarah will have a son!” Now Sarah was behind him, listening at the entrance to the tent. / And Abraham and Sarah were already old and well along in years; Sarah had passed the age of childbearing. / So she laughed to herself, saying, “After I am worn out and my master is old, will I now have this pleasure?” ...
Luke 1:13-14But the angel said to him, “Do not be afraid, Zechariah, because your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you are to give him the name John. / He will be a joy and delight to you, and many will rejoice at his birth,
Exodus 2:1-2Now a man of the house of Levi married a Levite woman, / and she conceived and gave birth to a son. When she saw that he was a beautiful child, she hid him for three months.
Matthew 7:7-8Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.
Isaiah 54:1“Shout for joy, O barren woman, who bears no children; break forth in song and cry aloud, you who have never travailed; because more are the children of the desolate woman than of her who has a husband,” says the LORD.
Hebrews 11:11By faith Sarah, even though she was barren and beyond the proper age, was enabled to conceive a child, because she considered Him faithful who had promised.
Treasury of Scripture And she said, Oh my lord, as your soul lives, my lord, I am the woman that stood by you here, praying to the LORD. as thy soul 1 Samuel 17:55 And when Saul saw David go forth against the Philistine, he said unto Abner, the captain of the host, Abner, whose sonis this youth? And Abner said,As thy soul liveth, O king, I cannot tell. 1 Samuel 20:3 And David sware moreover, and said, Thy father certainly knoweth that I have found grace in thine eyes; and he saith, Let not Jonathan know this, lest he be grieved: but trulyas the LORD liveth, andas thy soul liveth,there is but a step between me and death. Genesis 42:15 Hereby ye shall be proved: By the life of Pharaoh ye shall not go forth hence, except your youngest brother come hither. Jump to Previous LiveMakingPrayerPrayingPresenceSoulStandingStoodSurelyJump to Next LiveMakingPrayerPrayingPresenceSoulStandingStoodSurely1 Samuel 1 1.Elkanah, a Levite, having two wives, worships yearly at Shiloh4.He cherishes Hannah, though barren, and provoked by Peninnah9.Hannah in grief prays for a child12.Eli first rebuking her, afterwards blesses her19.Hannah, having born Samuel, stays at home till he is weaned24.She presents him, according to her vow, to the Lord“Please, my lord,”Hannah addresses Eli, the high priest, with respect, acknowledging his authority and position. This reflects the cultural norms of ancient Israel, where titles and respect for religious leaders were significant. The use of "lord" here is a term of respect, not divinity. “said Hannah,” Hannah is a central figure in this narrative, known for her deep faith and fervent prayer. Her story sets the stage for the birth of Samuel, a pivotal prophet in Israel's history. Her character is often seen as a model of piety and perseverance in prayer. “as surely as you live, my lord,” This phrase is an oath, emphasizing the sincerity and truthfulness of her words. Oaths were common in biblical times to affirm the seriousness of a statement. It underscores the gravity of her previous vow to God regarding her son. “I am the woman who stood here beside you” Hannah reminds Eli of her previous presence and prayer at the temple. This reference to her past action highlights her persistence and faithfulness. It also serves as a narrative link to earlier in the chapter, where she was mistaken for being drunk due to her intense prayer. “praying to the LORD.” Hannah's prayer was directed to Yahweh, the covenant God of Israel. Her prayer was not just a request for a child but a vow to dedicate that child to God's service. This act of devotion is significant, as it leads to the birth of Samuel, who would become a major figure in Israel's history. Her prayer life is often compared to other biblical figures who sought God earnestly, such as David and Daniel. Persons / Places / Events 1. HannahA devout woman of faith, Hannah is the mother of Samuel. She is known for her fervent prayer to God for a child, which she made at the tabernacle in Shiloh. 2. EliThe high priest at Shiloh, Eli initially misunderstood Hannah's prayerful demeanor but later blessed her, leading to the birth of Samuel. 3. ShilohThe religious center of Israel at the time, where the tabernacle and the Ark of the Covenant were located. It is the setting for Hannah's prayer and vow to God. 4. The LORDThe covenant God of Israel, to whom Hannah prays and dedicates her son Samuel. 5. SamuelThe son of Hannah, who becomes a significant prophet and judge in Israel, anointing the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. Teaching Points The Power of Persistent PrayerHannah's account teaches us the importance of persistent and heartfelt prayer. Despite her initial barrenness, she continued to seek the LORD earnestly, demonstrating faith and patience. Faith in God's TimingHannah's experience reminds us that God's timing is perfect. Her faith was rewarded in due time, encouraging us to trust in God's plan even when answers are delayed. Dedication to GodHannah's vow to dedicate Samuel to the LORD's service is a powerful example of commitment and surrender. It challenges us to consider how we can dedicate our own lives and resources to God's purposes. Misunderstandings in Spiritual LifeEli's initial misunderstanding of Hannah's prayerful state serves as a reminder that spiritual fervor can sometimes be misinterpreted. It encourages us to approach others with grace and seek understanding. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 1
How did Hannah's faith lead to Samuel's birth?
How could David and Abishai enter Saul's camp and take his spear and water jug unnoticed by 3,000 soldiers? (1 Samuel 26:7-12)
Does attributing Hannah's childlessness and eventual conception to divine intervention (1 Samuel 1:5, 19-20) conflict with modern medical understanding?
How can Hannah's sudden pregnancy in 1 Samuel 1:5, 20 be explained given her long-term infertility?(26) O my lord, as thy soul liveth.--"This oath is peculiar to the Books of Samuel, in which it occurs six times, and to the Books of Kings, in which, however, it is found only once. The similar oath, as Pharaoh liveth(by the life of Pharaoh), occurs in Genesis 42:15; and as the Lord livethis found almost exclusively in the books of which Judges is the first and 2 Kings the last, being especially frequent in the Books of Samuel. This accords with the fact of the age of the Judges and Saul being characteristically the age of vows."-- Speaker's Commentary.
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Hebrew “Please,בִּ֣י(bî)Preposition | first person common singular Strong's 994:Oh that!, with leave, if it pleasemy lord,”אֲדֹנִ֔י(’ă·ḏō·nî)Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 113:Sovereign, controllersaid [Hannah],וַתֹּ֙אמֶר֙(wat·tō·mer)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 559:To utter, say“as surely as youנַפְשְׁךָ֖(nap̄·šə·ḵā)Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 5315:A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotionlive,חֵ֥י(ḥê)Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2416:Alive, raw, fresh, strong, lifemy lord,אֲדֹנִ֑י(’ă·ḏō·nî)Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 113:Sovereign, controllerIאֲנִ֣י(’ă·nî)Pronoun - first person common singular Strong's 589:Iam the womanהָאִשָּׁ֗ה(hā·’iš·šāh)Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 802:Woman, wife, femalewho stoodהַנִּצֶּ֤בֶת(han·niṣ·ṣe·ḇeṯ)Article | Verb - Nifal - Participle - feminine singular Strong's 5324:To take one's stand, standhereבָּזֶ֔ה(bā·zeh)Preposition-b | Pronoun - masculine singular Strong's 2088:This, thatbesideעִמְּכָה֙(‘im·mə·ḵāh)Preposition | second person masculine singular Strong's 5973:With, equally withyou prayingלְהִתְפַּלֵּ֖ל(lə·hiṯ·pal·lêl)Preposition-l | Verb - Hitpael - Infinitive construct Strong's 6419:To judge, to intercede, praytoאֶל־(’el-)Preposition Strong's 413:Near, with, among, tothe LORD.יְהוָֽה׃(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel
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