Translations
Modern
Once again, for the third time, the LORD called to Samuel. He got up, went to Eli, and said, “Here I am, for you have called me.” Then Eli realized that it was the LORD who was calling the boy.
Traditional
And the Lord called Samuel again the third time. And he arose and went to Eli, and said, Here am I; for thou didst call me. And Eli perceived that the Lord had called the child.
Literal
And YHWH again called Samuel the third time, and he arose and went to Eli and said, “Behold, for you called me.” And Eli perceived that YHWH had called the boy.
Latin
Et adjecit Dominus, et vocavit adhuc Samuelem tertio. Qui consurgens abiit ad Heli,
Original
Hebrew
English
Once again, for the third time, the LORD called to Samuel. He got up, went to Eli, and said, “Here I am, for you have called me.” Then Eli realized that it was the LORD who was calling the boy.
Notes
Eli realized: Even with his flaws, Eli still had some spiritual insight.
Theme notes and profiles
People
Eli: High priest and judge of Israel at Shiloh Samuel: Prophet and last judge of Israel before the kings
Glossary
Topics
Call: To Special Religious Duty: Samuel Christian Minister: Call of Prophets: God Communicated To by an Audible Voice Prophets: Inspiration of Samuel: His Vision Concerning the House of Eli Visions: To Samuel