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A Study in Contrast
Commentators unanimously highlight the stark contrast presented in this verse. While the corrupt adult sons of Eli abused their office, the narrative pivots to the faithful child Samuel. His sincere ministry serves as a powerful example of devotion that stands out against a backdrop of corruption, showing that one's integrity is not determined by the poor examples of those in authority.
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1 Samuel
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Samuel 2:18
18th Century
Theologian
Girded with a linen ephod - This was the usual dress of the priests. It does not appear whether Levites wore an ephod properly. Possibly, it…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Samuel 2:11–36
19th Century
Bishop
The Service of the boy Samuel in the Sanctuary—The Dissolute Life of the Sons of Eli—The Doom of the House of Ithamar.
Charles Spurgeon
On 1 Samuel 2:18–24
19th Century
Preacher
But Samuel ministered before the LORD, being a child, girded with a linen ephod. Moreover his mother made him a little coat, and brought it to …
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John Gill
On 1 Samuel 2:18
17th Century
Pastor
But Samuel ministered before the Lord The ministration of Samuel, though a child, is observed both before and after the a…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Samuel 2:11–26
17th Century
Minister
Samuel, being devoted to the Lord in a special manner, was from a child employed about the sanctuary in the services he was capable of. As he did t…