1 Samuel 1:9
New International Version
Once when they had finished eating and drinking in Shiloh, Hannah stood up. Now Eli the priest was sitting on his chair by the doorpost of the LORD’s house.

New Living Translation
Once after a sacrificial meal at Shiloh, Hannah got up and went to pray. Eli the priest was sitting at his customary place beside the entrance of the Tabernacle.

English Standard Version
After they had eaten and drunk in Shiloh, Hannah rose. Now Eli the priest was sitting on the seat beside the doorpost of the temple of the LORD.

Berean Standard Bible
So after they had finished eating and drinking in Shiloh, Hannah stood up. Now Eli the priest was sitting on a chair by the doorpost of the temple of the LORD.

King James Bible
So Hannah rose up after they had eaten in Shiloh, and after they had drunk. Now Eli the priest sat upon a seat by a post of the temple of the LORD.

New King James Version
So Hannah arose after they had finished eating and drinking in Shiloh. Now Eli the priest was sitting on the seat by the doorpost of the tabernacle of the LORD.

New American Standard Bible
Then Hannah got up after eating and drinking in Shiloh. Now Eli the priest was sitting on the seat by the doorpost of the temple of the LORD.

NASB 1995
Then Hannah rose after eating and drinking in Shiloh. Now Eli the priest was sitting on the seat by the doorpost of the temple of the LORD.

NASB 1977
Then Hannah rose after eating and drinking in Shiloh. Now Eli the priest was sitting on the seat by the doorpost of the temple of the LORD.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then Hannah rose after eating and drinking in Shiloh. Now Eli the priest was sitting on the seat by the doorpost of the temple of Yahweh.

Amplified Bible
So Hannah got up after eating and drinking in Shiloh. Now Eli the priest was sitting on his seat beside the doorpost of the temple (tabernacle) of the LORD.

Christian Standard Bible
On one occasion, Hannah got up after they ate and drank at Shiloh. The priest Eli was sitting on a chair by the doorpost of the LORD’s temple.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Hannah got up after they ate and drank at Shiloh. Eli the priest was sitting on a chair by the doorpost of the LORD’s tabernacle.

American Standard Version
So Hannah rose up after they had eaten in Shiloh, and after they had drunk. Now Eli the priest was sitting upon his seat by the door-post of the temple of Jehovah.

Contemporary English Version
When the sacrifice had been offered, and they had eaten the meal, Hannah got up and went to pray. Eli was sitting in his chair near the door to the place of worship.

English Revised Version
So Hannah rose up after they had eaten in Shiloh, and after they had drunk. Now Eli the priest sat upon his seat by the door post of the temple of the LORD.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
One day, after Hannah had something to eat and drink in Shiloh, she got up. (The priest Eli was sitting on a chair by the door of the Lord's temple.)

International Standard Version
Hannah got up after she had finished eating and drinking in Shiloh. Now Eli the priest was sitting on the chair by the doorpost of the tent of the LORD.

Majority Standard Bible
So after they had finished eating and drinking in Shiloh, Hannah stood up. Now Eli the priest was sitting on a chair by the doorpost of the temple of the LORD.

NET Bible
On one occasion in Shiloh, after they had finished eating and drinking, Hannah got up. (Now at the time Eli the priest was sitting in his chair by the doorpost of the LORD's temple.)

New Heart English Bible
So Hannah got up after eating and drinking in Shiloh, and stood before the LORD. Now Eli the priest was sitting on the seat by the doorpost of the temple of the LORD.

Webster's Bible Translation
So Hannah rose after they had eaten in Shiloh, and after they had drank. Now Eli the priest sat upon a seat by a post of the temple of the LORD.

World English Bible
So Hannah rose up after they had finished eating and drinking in Shiloh. Now Eli the priest was sitting on his seat by the doorpost of Yahweh’s temple.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Hannah rises after eating in Shiloh, and after drinking, and Eli the priest is sitting on the throne by the doorpost of the temple of YHWH.

Young's Literal Translation
And Hannah riseth after eating in Shiloh, and after drinking, and Eli the priest is sitting on the throne by the side-post of the temple of Jehovah.

Smith's Literal Translation
And Hannah will rise after eating in Shiloh, and after drinking: (and Eli the priest sat upon the throne by the door-post of the edifice of Jehovah:)
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
So Anna arose after she had eaten and drunk in Silo: And Heli the priest sitting upon a stool, before the door of the temple of the Lord:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And so, after she ate and drank at Shiloh, Hannah rose up. And Eli, the priest, was sitting on the seat before the door of the temple of the Lord.

New American Bible
Hannah rose after one such meal at Shiloh, and presented herself before the LORD; at the time Eli the priest was sitting on a chair near the doorpost of the LORD’s temple.

New Revised Standard Version
After they had eaten and drunk at Shiloh, Hannah rose and presented herself before the LORD. Now Eli the priest was sitting on the seat beside the doorpost of the temple of the LORD.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
So Hannah rose up after she had eaten and drunk in Shiloh, and she went up to the house of the LORD. Now Eli the priest was sitting upon a seat by the post of the temple of the LORD.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Khanna arose after she had eaten in Shilo and after she had drunk, and she went up to the house of LORD JEHOVAH, and Eli the Priest was sitting on a seat by the door post of the temple of LORD JEHOVAH
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
So Hannah rose up after they had eaten in Shiloh, and after they had drunk--now Eli the priest sat upon his seat by the door-post of the temple of the LORD;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Anna rose up after they had eaten in Selom, and stood before the Lord: and Heli the priest was on a seat by the threshold of the temple of the Lord.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Hannah Prays for a Son
9So after they had finished eating and drinking in Shiloh, Hannah stood up. Now Eli the priest was sitting on a chair by the doorpost of the temple of the LORD. 10In her bitter distress, Hannah prayed to the LORD and wept with many tears.…

Cross References
Luke 2:37
and then was a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the temple, but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying.

Matthew 26:39
Going a little farther, He fell facedown and prayed, “My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me. Yet not as I will, but as You will.”

Mark 11:25
And when you stand to pray, if you hold anything against another, forgive it, so that your Father in heaven will forgive your trespasses as well.”

James 5:16
Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man has great power to prevail.

Philippians 4:6
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.

Hebrews 4:16
Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.

1 Thessalonians 5:17
Pray without ceasing.

Romans 12:12
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, persistent in prayer.

Acts 1:14
With one accord they all continued in prayer, along with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with His brothers.

Ephesians 6:18
Pray in the Spirit at all times, with every kind of prayer and petition. To this end, stay alert with all perseverance in your prayers for all the saints.

Colossians 4:2
Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful,

1 Peter 5:7
Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.

Genesis 25:21
Later, Isaac prayed to the LORD on behalf of his wife, because she was barren. And the LORD heard his prayer, and his wife Rebekah conceived.

Genesis 30:22
Then God remembered Rachel. He listened to her and opened her womb,

Judges 13:8
Then Manoah prayed to the LORD, “Please, O Lord, let the man of God You sent us come to us again to teach us how to raise the boy who is to be born.”


Treasury of Scripture

So Hannah rose up after they had eaten in Shiloh, and after they had drunk. Now Eli the priest sat on a seat by a post of the temple of the LORD.

1 Samuel 3:3,15
And ere the lamp of God went out in the temple of the LORD, where the ark of God was, and Samuel was laid down to sleep; …

2 Samuel 7:2
That the king said unto Nathan the prophet, See now, I dwell in an house of cedar, but the ark of God dwelleth within curtains.

Psalm 5:7
But as for me, I will come into thy house in the multitude of thy mercy: and in thy fear will I worship toward thy holy temple.

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1 Samuel 1
1. Elkanah, a Levite, having two wives, worships yearly at Shiloh
4. He cherishes Hannah, though barren, and provoked by Peninnah
9. Hannah in grief prays for a child
12. Eli first rebuking her, afterwards blesses her
19. Hannah, having born Samuel, stays at home till he is weaned
24. She presents him, according to her vow, to the Lord














So Hannah got up
The phrase "So Hannah got up" signifies a pivotal moment of action and determination. In the Hebrew text, the verb used here is "קָם" (qam), which means to rise or stand up. This action is not merely physical but also symbolic of Hannah's resolve and faith. After enduring emotional turmoil due to her barrenness and the provocation of her rival, Peninnah, Hannah's decision to rise indicates a turning point where she chooses to seek divine intervention. This act of getting up is a metaphor for spiritual awakening and determination to approach God with her deepest desires.

after they had eaten and drunk in Shiloh
The setting in Shiloh is significant, as it was the religious center of Israel at the time, housing the tabernacle where the Ark of the Covenant was kept. The mention of eating and drinking suggests a communal meal, likely part of the sacrificial feast. In the context of ancient Israelite culture, such feasts were not only physical nourishment but also spiritual acts of worship and fellowship. Hannah's participation in this meal before her prayer highlights the integration of daily life with spiritual devotion, emphasizing that her plea to God is rooted in a life of worship and community.

Now Eli the priest
Eli, as the high priest, represents the established religious authority in Israel. His presence in the narrative introduces a contrast between the institutional religious order and Hannah's personal, heartfelt devotion. Eli's role is crucial, as he later becomes an unwitting instrument in God's plan for Hannah. Historically, Eli's priesthood marks a transitional period in Israel's history, moving from the time of the judges to the establishment of the monarchy. His character also foreshadows the need for spiritual renewal in Israel, which will come through the birth of Samuel.

was sitting on a chair
The image of Eli sitting on a chair, or "כִּסֵּא" (kisse), by the temple's doorpost, suggests a position of authority and judgment. In ancient Near Eastern culture, sitting was often associated with teaching or ruling. Eli's seated position contrasts with Hannah's active rising, highlighting the difference between passive observation and active faith. This setting also foreshadows Eli's later misunderstanding of Hannah's prayer, emphasizing the theme of spiritual perception versus blindness.

by the doorpost of the temple of the LORD
The "doorpost of the temple of the LORD" refers to the entrance of the tabernacle at Shiloh, which served as the central place of worship for the Israelites. The term "temple" here is "הֵיכָל" (heikal), indicating a sacred space dedicated to the worship of Yahweh. The doorpost symbolizes a threshold between the secular and the sacred, a place of transition where Hannah's private anguish meets divine presence. This setting underscores the accessibility of God to those who earnestly seek Him, regardless of their social or personal circumstances. It is at this threshold that Hannah's heartfelt prayer will lead to a transformative encounter with God, setting the stage for the birth of Samuel, who will play a crucial role in Israel's history.

(9) After they had eaten in Shiloh, and after they had drunk.--This was the solemn sacrificial meal, at which the whole family were present.

Now Eli the priest sat upon a seat.--Eli, the high priest of Israel at this time, was a descendant of Ithamar, the younger son of Aaron (see 1Chronicles 24:3, where it is stated that his great-grandson, Ahimelech, was of the sons of Ithamar). The circumstances which led to the transfer of the dignity from the line of Eleazar, who succeeded his father Aaron in the office, are unknown. It has been suggested that at the death of the last high priest of the line of Eleazar, Ozi, there was no son of sufficient age and experience to succeed, and so the office passed to the next of kin, Eli, a son of the house of Ithamar. (See Josephus, Antt. v., 2, ? 5.)

The seat upon which Eli is represented as usually sitting (see 1Samuel 4:18) was evidently a chair or throne of state, where the high-priestly judge sat at certain times to administer justice and to transact business. The Hebrew word rendered here "post," and the expression "doors of the house" (1Samuel 3:15), seem to suggest that now a permanent home had been erected for the sanctuary: something of a building, possibly of stone, surrounding the Tabernacle had been built.

The "temple of the Lord," rather, palace of the Lord, so called not from any external magnificence but as being the earthly place where at times the visible glory of the Eternal King of Israel, the Shekinah, was pleased to manifest itself.

Verse 9. - After they had eaten .... after they had drunk. The Hebrew favours the translation, "After she had eaten in Shiloh, and after she had drunk;" the somewhat forced rendering of the A.V. having arisen from a supposed discrepancy between this verse and ver. 7. Really there is none. The words simply mean that Hannah took part in the sacrificial banquet, though she did so without appetite or pleasure; and thus they connect her visit to the temple and her prayer with the most solemn religious service of the year. To take part in this banquet was a duty, but as soon as she had fulfilled it she withdrew to the temple to pour out her grief before God. There Eli, the priest, i.e. the high priest, as in Numbers 26:1; Numbers 27:2, was seated upon, not a seat, but the pontifical throne, placed at the entrance leading into the inner court of the tabernacle, so that all who came to worship must pass before him. It is remarkable that the tabernacle is called the temple (so 1 Samuel 3:3; Psalm 5:7), or, more literally, the "palace" of Jehovah, his royal residence; and it thus appears that the name had come into use before Solomon's building was erected. The curtains (Exodus 26:1) also had given place to a mezuzah, translated a post, but really a sort of porch, with doors, as appears from 1 Samuel 3:15 (comp. Exodus 21:6; 1 Kings 7:5). As the tabernacle remained stationary at Shiloh for 300 years, naturally numerous buildings of a more solid nature grew up around it.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
So after
אַחֲרֵ֛י (’a·ḥă·rê)
Preposition
Strong's 310: The hind or following part

they had finished eating
אָכְלָ֥ה (’ā·ḵə·lāh)
Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 398: To eat

and drinking
שָׁתֹ֑ה (šā·ṯōh)
Verb - Qal - Infinitive absolute
Strong's 8354: To imbibe

in Shiloh,
בְשִׁלֹ֖ה (ḇə·ši·lōh)
Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 7887: Shiloh -- a city in Ephraim

Hannah
חַנָּ֔ה (ḥan·nāh)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 2584: Hannah -- mother of Samuel

got up.
וַתָּ֣קָם (wat·tā·qām)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 6965: To arise, stand up, stand

Now Eli
וְעֵלִ֣י (wə·‘ê·lî)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5941: Eli -- a priest at Shiloh

the priest
הַכֹּהֵ֗ן (hak·kō·hên)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3548: Priest

was sitting
יֹשֵׁב֙ (yō·šêḇ)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry

on
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

a chair
הַכִּסֵּ֔א (hak·kis·sê)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3678: Seat of honor, throne

by
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the doorpost
מְזוּזַ֖ת (mə·zū·zaṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4201: A doorpost, gatepost

of the temple
הֵיכַ֥ל (hê·ḵal)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1964: A large public building, palace, temple

of the LORD.
יְהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel


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