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1 Samuel 4:3 · KJV

"And 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."

King James Version

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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.
4So the people sent to Shiloh, that they might bring from thence the ark of the covenant of the LORD of hosts, which dwelleth between the cherubims: and the two sons of Eli, Hophni and Phinehas, were there with the ark of the covenant of God.
5And when the ark of the covenant of the LORD came into the camp, all Israel shouted with a great shout, so that the earth rang again.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you seek God’s presence in your life?

2

What does it mean to you to rely on symbols of faith?

3

When have you felt distant from God during hardships?

Life Application

faith

Consider how you can invite God's presence into your daily life. Create rituals or practices that help you feel connected.

understanding

Seek to understand the reasons behind your struggles. Reflect on how faith can guide you through confusion.

Places in This Verse

Shiloh

The religious center of Israel where the Ark of the Covenant was kept, symbolizing God's presence among His people.

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