1 Samuel 3:6 Meaning and Explanation
“And the LORD called yet again, Samuel. And Samuel arose and went to Eli, and said, Here am I; for thou didst call me. And he answered, I called not, my son; lie down again.”
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Read Full Chapter →The LORD calls a second time; again Samuel goes to Eli, who again sends him back, calling him 'my son.'
What Does 1 Samuel 3:6 Mean?
The call comes a second time, and again Samuel rises and goes to Eli, certain the priest has summoned him. Eli gently corrects him once more and tenderly calls him 'my son,' showing the bond of affection between the old man and the boy in his charge.
God's patience is on display: He calls again rather than abandoning the child who misunderstands. The Lord does not give up after one unheard summons. His persistence in seeking us, and Eli's fatherly tenderness, both reflect the heart of a God who keeps calling until His servant is ready to hear.
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What does 1 Samuel 3:6 mean?
The LORD calls a second time; again Samuel goes to Eli, who again sends him back, calling him 'my son.'