1 Samuel 4:13-14 Samuel anoints Saul as king

13 When he arrived, there was Eli sitting on his chair by the side of the road, watching, because his heart feared for the ark of God. When the man entered the town and told what had happened, the whole town sent up a cry.

14 Eli heard the outcry and asked, “What is the meaning of this uproar?”
The man hurried over to Eli,

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Meaning of 1 Samuel 4:13-14

1 Samuel 4:13 captures a moment of profound anticipation and anxiety. Eli, despite his physical blindness, keenly senses the spiritual and national crisis unfolding in Israel. This vivid scene underscores the weight of spiritual leadership and the deep concern for God's covenant people, emphasizing the solemn responsibility of guiding them.

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