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1 Samuel 7:16 Meaning

And he went from year to year in circuit to Beth-el, and Gilgal, and Mizpeh, and judged Israel in all those places.

Context Explained

14And the cities which the Philistines had taken from Israel were restored to Israel, from Ekron even unto Gath; and the coasts thereof did Israel deliver out of the hands of the Philistines. And there was peace between Israel and the Amorites.

15And Samuel judged Israel all the days of his life.

16And he went from year to year in circuit to Beth-el, and Gilgal, and Mizpeh, and judged Israel in all those places.

17And his return was to Ramah; for there was his house; and there he judged Israel; and there he built an altar unto the LORD.

Key Themes

leadershipjudgmentguidance

Related Cross References

  • Acts 13:20

    Paul references the judges of Israel, including Samuel, in his sermon.

  • Hebrews 11:32

    Samuel is mentioned among the heroes of faith, highlighting his role as a leader.

Source: 1 Samuel 7:16