1 Samuel 4:1 · KJV

"And the word of Samuel came to all Israel. Now Israel went out against the Philistines to battle, and pitched beside Eben-ezer: and the Philistines pitched in Aphek."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹And the word of Samuel came to all Israel. Now Israel went out against the Philistines to battle, and pitched beside Eben-ezer: and the Philistines pitched in Aphek.

²And the Philistines put themselves in array against Israel: and when they joined battle, Israel was smitten before the Philistines: and they slew of the army in the field about four thousand men.

³And when the people were come into the camp, the elders of Israel said, Wherefore hath the LORD smitten us to day before the Philistines? Let us fetch the ark of the covenant of the LORD out of Shiloh unto us, that, when it cometh among us, it may save us out of the hand of our enemies.

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Reflection Questions

How do you respond when faced with challenges?

What does relying on God mean for you in difficult times?

When have you felt the need to seek help from God?

Life Application

faith

Trusting in God during battles can provide strength. Consider how you can deepen your faith in challenging times.

community

Engage with your community for support during struggles. Sharing burdens can lighten the load.

People in This Verse

SamuelOT

Samuel became a major prophet and leader in Israel, anointing the first two kings. His birth was a direct answer to Hannah's fervent prayers.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 1:20

Places in This Verse

Eben-ezer

A location where the Israelites camped during battles against the Philistines. It symbolizes a place of seeking help from God.

Aphek

A site of conflict between the Israelites and the Philistines, representing the ongoing struggles for dominance in the region.

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