Samuel’s Birth and Dedication

The entire family got up early the next morning and went to worship the Lord once more. Then they returned home to Ramah. When Elkanah slept with Hannah, the Lord remembered her plea,

“Sir, do you remember me?” Hannah asked. “I am the very woman who stood here several years ago praying to the Lord.

don’t let this be a blemish on your record. Then your conscience won’t have to bear the staggering burden of needless bloodshed and vengeance. And when the Lord has done these great things for you, please remember me, your servant!”