HANNAH'S PRAYER AND VOW
1 Samuel 1:1
Elkanah was evidently a kind husband to Hannah; but marriage had
suffered from the general relaxation of morals, and the bitter effects
of polygamy are illustrated here. Because Hannah was specially loved,
Peninnah hated her.
The grief of the childless wife dro... [ Continue Reading ]
THE CHILD DEDICATED TO GOD
1 Samuel 1:12
Here is a delightful specimen of secret fellowship with God, and its
results. Many were coming and going in the Tabernacle-court. It was no
place for private prayer; and this sad woman had no opportunity for
audible petition, so she spake in her heart. We m... [ Continue Reading ]