1 Samuel 1:8
“Then said Elkanah her husband to her, Hannah, why weepest thou? and why eatest thou not? and why is thy heart grieved? am not I better to thee than ten sons?”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Then said Elkanah her husband to her, Hannah, why weepest thou?.... Since it was a time of rejoicing, as every festival…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Am not I better to thee than ten sons? - Ten, a certain for an uncertain number. Is not my especial affection to thee…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 1:1-8
We have here an account of the state of the family into which Samuel the prophet was born. His father's name was…
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