What does 1 Samuel 1:26 mean?

1 Samuel 1:26 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply 1 Samuel 1:26 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

1 Samuel 1:26 Meaning

And she said, Oh my lord, as thy soul liveth, my lord, I am the woman that stood by thee here, praying unto the LORD.

Context Explained

24And when she had weaned him, she took him up with her, with three bullocks, and one ephah of flour, and a bottle of wine, and brought him unto the house of the LORD in Shiloh: and the child was young.

25And they slew a bullock, and brought the child to Eli.

26And she said, Oh my lord, as thy soul liveth, my lord, I am the woman that stood by thee here, praying unto the LORD.

27For this child I prayed; and the LORD hath given me my petition which I asked of him:

28Therefore also I have lent him to the LORD; as long as he liveth he shall be lent to the LORD. And he worshipped the LORD there.

Key Themes

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Source: 1 Samuel 1:26