Samuel is a figure who, in the narratives of the Hebrew Bible, plays a key role in the transition from the biblical judges to the United Kingdom of Israel under Saul, and again in the monarchy's transition from Saul to David. He is venerated as a prophet in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
Apr 21, 2023 · Samuel, Hebrew Shmuʾel, (flourished 11th century bce, Israel ), religious hero in the history of Israel, represented in the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) in every role of leadership open to a Jewish man of his day—seer, priest, judge, prophet, and military leader. His greatest distinction was his role in the establishment of the monarchy in ...
Nov 9, 2020 · Known for: As a prophet and judge over Israel, Samuel was instrumental in the establishment of Israel's monarchy. God chose him to anoint and counsel Israel’s kings. Bible References: Samuel is mentioned in 1 Samuel 1-28; Psalm 99:6; Jeremiah 15:1; Acts 3:24, 13:20; and Hebrews 11:32. Father: Elkanah Mother: Hannah Sons: Joel, Abijah
Jan 4, 2022 · The life of Samuel was pivotal in Israel’s history. He was a prophet, he anointed the first two kings of Israel, and he was the last in the line of Israel’s judges, considered by many as the greatest judge ( Acts 13:20 ). Samuel is cited alongside Moses and Aaron as men who called on God and were answered ( Psalm 99:6 ).
Aug 5, 2021 · What Does Samuel Mean? If you’re looking for a name that is familiar, traditional, and also rising in popularity, you might consider the name Samuel. The name Samuel is from the Old Testament of the Bible, and derives from a Hebrew phrase meaning either “God has heard” or “name of God.”
Jul 19, 2016 · Samuel is one of the most intriguing Old Testament figures (to me, at least). He’s a star player in the story of David and Saul: the first two God-anointed kings of Israel. We meet him as a baby. We see him as a national leader, intercessor, and even a ghost. Here are a few interesting biblical facts about the prophet Samuel.
Samuel (Hebrew: שְׁמוּאֵל Šəmūʾēl, Tiberian: Šămūʾēl) is a male given name and a surname of Hebrew origin. From its appearance it seems to have the meaning of "God has set" or "God has placed", appearing to derive from the Hebrew Śāmū (שָׂמוּ) + ʾĒl (God has set/placed).
Samuel. : Israel under Samuel and Saul. The book of Samuel covers the period from Samuel, the last of the judges, through the reigns of the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David (except for David’s death).
The Birth of Samuel. 1 There was a certain man from Ramathaim, a Zuphite[ a] from the hill country of Ephraim, whose name was Elkanah son of Jeroham, the son of Elihu, the son of Tohu, the son of Zuph, an Ephraimite. 2 He had two wives; one was called Hannah and the other Peninnah. Peninnah had children, but Hannah had none.
1 Samuel: The First Book of Samuel Bible > 1 Samuel eBibles • Free Downloads • Audio 1 Samuel 1 Samuel 1 Elkanah and His Wives ( Psalm 113:1–9) 1 Now there was a man named Elkanah who was from Ramathaim-zophim a in the hill country of Ephraim.
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