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and the LORD hath given me my petition which I asked of him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_samuel/1.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />For this child I prayed, and the LORD has granted me my petition which I asked of Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_samuel/1.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />For this boy I prayed, and the LORD has granted me my request which I asked of Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_samuel/1.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220For this boy I prayed, and the LORD has given me my petition which I asked of Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_samuel/1.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“For this boy I prayed, and the LORD has given me my petition which I asked of Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_samuel/1.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />For this young boy I prayed, and Yahweh has given me my petition which I asked of Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_samuel/1.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />For this child I prayed, and the LORD has granted me my request which I asked of Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_samuel/1.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I prayed for this boy, and since the LORD gave me what I asked him for,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_samuel/1.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I prayed for this boy, and since the LORD gave me what I asked Him for,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_samuel/1.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />For this child I prayed; and Jehovah hath given me my petition which I asked of him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/1_samuel/1.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />to give me a child. Here he is! The LORD gave me just what I asked for. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_samuel/1.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />For this child I prayed; and the LORD hath given me my petition which I asked of him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_samuel/1.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />I prayed for this child, and the LORD granted my request.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/1_samuel/1.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I asked him for this child, and he gave me what I asked for. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_samuel/1.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />I prayed for this boy, and the LORD granted me the request I asked of him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_samuel/1.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />I prayed for this boy, and since the LORD has granted me what I asked of Him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_samuel/1.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />I prayed for this boy, and the LORD has given me the request that I asked of him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_samuel/1.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />For this child I prayed; and the LORD has given me my petition which I asked of him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_samuel/1.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />For this child I prayed; and the LORD hath given me my petition which I asked of him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_samuel/1.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />I prayed for this child, and Yahweh has given me my petition which I asked of him. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/1_samuel/1.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />I prayed for this youth, and YHWH gives to me my petition which I asked of Him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_samuel/1.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> for this youth I prayed, and Jehovah doth give to me my petition which I asked of Him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_samuel/1.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />For this boy I prayed, and Jehovah will give to me my asking which I asked of him.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/1_samuel/1.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />For this child did I pray, and the Lord hath granted me my petition, which I asked of him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_samuel/1.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />I prayed for this child, and the Lord granted to me my petition, which I asked of him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_samuel/1.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />I prayed for this child, and the LORD granted my request.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_samuel/1.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />For this child I prayed; and the LORD has granted me the petition that I made to him.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_samuel/1.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />I prayed and the LORD has granted me my petition which I asked of him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/1_samuel/1.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And I prayed, and LORD JEHOVAH gave me my request which I asked from him<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/1_samuel/1.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />For this child I prayed; and the LORD hath granted me my petition which I asked of Him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/1_samuel/1.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />For this child I prayed; and the Lord has given me my request that I asked of him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_samuel/1-27.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/H8oQfYUMRZg?start=276" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/1_samuel/1.htm">The Birth of Samuel</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">26</span>“Please, my lord,” said Hannah, “as surely as you live, my lord, I am the woman who stood here beside you praying to the LORD. <span class="reftext">27</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/6419.htm" title="6419: hiṯ·pal·lā·lə·tî (V-Hitpael-Perf-1cs) -- To intervene, interpose. A primitive root; to judge; by extension, to intercede, pray.">I prayed</a> <a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: ’el- (Prep) -- To, into, towards. ">for</a> <a href="/hebrew/2088.htm" title="2088: haz·zeh (Art:: Pro-ms) -- This, here. A primitive word; the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that.">this</a> <a href="/hebrew/5288.htm" title="5288: han·na·‘ar (Art:: N-ms) -- A boy, lad, youth, retainer. From na'ar; a boy, from the age of infancy to adolescence; by implication, a servant; also, a girl.">boy,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">and since the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/5414.htm" title="5414: way·yit·tên (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To give, put, set. A primitive root; to give, used with greatest latitude of application.">has granted</a> <a href="/hebrew/lî (Prep:: 1cs) -- ">me</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’eṯ- (DirObjM) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/7596.htm" title="7596: šə·’ê·lā·ṯî (N-fsc:: 1cs) -- Request, thing asked for. Or shelah; from sha'al; a petition; by implication, a loan."></a> <a href="/hebrew/834.htm" title="834: ’ă·šer (Pro-r) -- Who, which, that. A primitive relative pronoun; who, which, what, that; also when, where, how, because, in order that, etc.">what</a> <a href="/hebrew/7592.htm" title="7592: šā·’al·tî (V-Qal-Perf-1cs) -- To ask, inquire. Or shael; a primitive root; to inquire; by implication, to request; by extension, to demand.">I asked</a> <a href="/hebrew/5973.htm" title="5973: mê·‘im·mōw (Prep-m:: 3ms) -- From amam; adverb or preposition, with, in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix.">of Him,</a> </span><span class="reftext">28</span>I now dedicate the boy to the LORD. For as long as he lives, he is dedicated to the LORD.” So they worshiped the LORD there.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/25-21.htm">Genesis 25:21</a></span><br />Later, Isaac prayed to the LORD on behalf of his wife, because she was barren. And the LORD heard his prayer, and his wife Rebekah conceived.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/30-22.htm">Genesis 30:22</a></span><br />Then God remembered Rachel. He listened to her and opened her womb,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/judges/13-8.htm">Judges 13:8-9</a></span><br />Then Manoah prayed to the LORD, “Please, O Lord, let the man of God You sent us come to us again to teach us how to raise the boy who is to be born.” / And God listened to the voice of Manoah, and the angel of God returned to the woman as she was sitting in the field; but her husband Manoah was not with her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/66-19.htm">Psalm 66:19-20</a></span><br />But God has surely heard; He has attended to the sound of my prayer. / Blessed be God, who has not rejected my prayer or withheld from me His loving devotion!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/116-1.htm">Psalm 116:1-2</a></span><br />I love the LORD, for He has heard my voice—my appeal for mercy. / Because He has inclined His ear to me, I will call on Him as long as I live.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/118-5.htm">Psalm 118:5</a></span><br />In my distress I called to the LORD, and He answered and set me free.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/127-3.htm">Psalm 127:3</a></span><br />Children are indeed a heritage from the LORD, and the fruit of the womb is His reward.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/138-3.htm">Psalm 138:3</a></span><br />On the day I called, You answered me; You emboldened me and strengthened my soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/65-24.htm">Isaiah 65:24</a></span><br />Even before they call, I will answer, and while they are still speaking, I will hear.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/7-7.htm">Matthew 7:7-8</a></span><br />Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/21-22.htm">Matthew 21:22</a></span><br />If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/11-24.htm">Mark 11:24</a></span><br />Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/1-13.htm">Luke 1:13</a></span><br />But the angel said to him, “Do not be afraid, Zechariah, because your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you are to give him the name John.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/1-46.htm">Luke 1:46-47</a></span><br />Then Mary said: “My soul magnifies the Lord, / and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/14-13.htm">John 14:13-14</a></span><br />And I will do whatever you ask in My name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. / If you ask Me for anything in My name, I will do it.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">For this child I prayed; and the LORD has given me my petition which I asked of him:</p><p class="hdg">For this</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_samuel/1-11.htm">1 Samuel 1:11-13</a></b></br> And she vowed a vow, and said, O LORD of hosts, if thou wilt indeed look on the affliction of thine handmaid, and remember me, and not forget thine handmaid, but wilt give unto thine handmaid a man child, then I will give him unto the LORD all the days of his life, and there shall no rasor come upon his head… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/7-7.htm">Matthew 7:7</a></b></br> Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:</p><p class="hdg">and the Lord</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/66-19.htm">Psalm 66:19</a></b></br> <i>But</i> verily God hath heard <i>me</i>; he hath attended to the voice of my prayer.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/116-1.htm">Psalm 116:1-5</a></b></br> I love the LORD, because he hath heard my voice <i>and</i> my supplications… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/118-5.htm">Psalm 118:5</a></b></br> I called upon the LORD in distress: the LORD answered me, <i>and set me</i> in a large place.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_samuel/1-24.htm">Boy</a> <a href="/1_samuel/1-25.htm">Child</a> <a href="/1_samuel/1-17.htm">Petition</a> <a href="/1_samuel/1-12.htm">Prayed</a> <a href="/1_samuel/1-26.htm">Prayer</a> <a href="/judges/20-27.htm">Request</a> <a href="/1_samuel/1-25.htm">Youth</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_samuel/2-11.htm">Boy</a> <a href="/1_samuel/2-11.htm">Child</a> <a href="/1_samuel/2-20.htm">Petition</a> <a href="/1_samuel/2-1.htm">Prayed</a> <a href="/1_samuel/2-1.htm">Prayer</a> <a href="/1_samuel/20-6.htm">Request</a> <a href="/1_samuel/2-11.htm">Youth</a><div class="vheading2">1 Samuel 1</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_samuel/1-1.htm">Elkanah, a Levite, having two wives, worships yearly at Shiloh</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_samuel/1-4.htm">He cherishes Hannah, though barren, and provoked by Peninnah</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_samuel/1-9.htm">Hannah in grief prays for a child</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_samuel/1-12.htm">Eli first rebuking her, afterwards blesses her</a></span><br><span class="reftext">19. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_samuel/1-19.htm">Hannah, having born Samuel, stays at home till he is weaned</a></span><br><span class="reftext">24. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_samuel/1-24.htm">She presents him, according to her vow, to the Lord</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In the cultural context of ancient Israel, barrenness was often seen as a source of shame and a sign of divine disfavor. Hannah's earnest prayer at the tabernacle in Shiloh reflects her deep desire for a child and her belief in God's power to change her circumstances. This phrase highlights the importance of prayer in the life of a believer, demonstrating that God hears and responds to the heartfelt petitions of His people. Hannah's prayer can be seen as a precursor to the New Testament teaching on prayer, such as in <a href="/james/5-16.htm">James 5:16</a>, which emphasizes the power of a righteous person's prayer.<p><b>and since the LORD has granted me</b><br>The acknowledgment of the LORD's role in granting her request underscores the sovereignty and faithfulness of God. In the historical context, the name "LORD" (YHWH) is significant as it denotes the covenant-keeping God of Israel. Hannah's recognition of God's hand in her situation is a testament to her faith and understanding of God's character. This phrase also connects to the broader biblical theme of God as the giver of life and blessings, as seen in <a href="/genesis/21.htm">Genesis 21:1-2</a> with the birth of Isaac to Sarah. It reflects the biblical principle that every good and perfect gift comes from above (<a href="/james/1-17.htm">James 1:17</a>).<p><b>what I asked of Him</b><br>Hannah's specific request for a son and God's fulfillment of that request illustrates the personal nature of God's relationship with His people. It shows that God is attentive to individual needs and desires, responding to the specific prayers of His followers. This phrase also highlights the importance of aligning one's requests with God's will, as seen in 1 <a href="/john/5-14.htm">John 5:14-15</a>, where believers are encouraged to ask according to His will. Hannah's vow to dedicate her son to the LORD's service (<a href="/1_samuel/1-11.htm">1 Samuel 1:11</a>) demonstrates her commitment to honoring God with the answer to her prayer, setting a precedent for dedicating one's blessings back to God.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/h/hannah.htm">Hannah</a></b><br>A devout woman who was initially barren. She fervently prayed for a child and vowed to dedicate him to the Lord if her prayer was answered.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/e/elkanah.htm">Elkanah</a></b><br>Hannah's husband, who loved her deeply despite her initial barrenness. He supported her spiritual devotion and pilgrimage to Shiloh.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/samuel.htm">Samuel</a></b><br>The child for whom Hannah prayed. His birth was a direct answer to her prayers, and he would grow to become a significant prophet and leader in Israel.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/e/eli.htm">Eli</a></b><br>The high priest at Shiloh who initially misunderstood Hannah's prayer but later blessed her, affirming her request to God.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/s/shiloh.htm">Shiloh</a></b><br>The religious center where the Ark of the Covenant was located during this period. It was here that Hannah prayed and made her vow to God.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_persistent_prayer.htm">The Power of Persistent Prayer</a></b><br>Hannah's account teaches us the importance of persistent and heartfelt prayer. Despite her initial barrenness, she continued to seek God earnestly.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_in_god's_timing.htm">Faith in God's Timing</a></b><br>Hannah's experience reminds us that God's timing is perfect. Her patience and faith were rewarded in due time with the birth of Samuel.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/dedication_to_god.htm">Dedication to God</a></b><br>Hannah's vow to dedicate Samuel to the Lord challenges us to consider how we can dedicate our blessings and talents to God's service.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_faithfulness.htm">Trust in God's Faithfulness</a></b><br>The fulfillment of Hannah's prayer encourages us to trust in God's faithfulness and His ability to answer our deepest desires according to His will.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_community_in_faith.htm">The Role of Community in Faith</a></b><br>Eli's blessing and the support of her husband Elkanah highlight the importance of community and spiritual leadership in nurturing our faith.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_samuel_1.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 1</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/evidence_of_david_in_philistine_land.htm">Are there historical or archaeological records that confirm David's stay in Philistine territory mentioned in 1 Samuel 27?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/1_samuel_3_7_-_how_did_samuel_know_god.htm">1 Samuel 3:7 – How could a child with no prior knowledge of God accurately identify and respond to a supernatural voice? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_view_on_transgender_kids.htm">What does the Bible say about transgender children?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_a_votive_offering.htm">What is a votive offering?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_samuel/1-27.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">I prayed</span><br /><span class="heb">הִתְפַּלָּ֑לְתִּי</span> <span class="translit">(hiṯ·pal·lā·lə·tî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hitpael - Perfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6419.htm">Strong's 6419: </a> </span><span class="str2">To judge, to intercede, pray</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶל־</span> <span class="translit">(’el-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_413.htm">Strong's 413: </a> </span><span class="str2">Near, with, among, to</span><br /><br /><span class="word">this</span><br /><span class="heb">הַזֶּ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(haz·zeh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Pronoun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2088.htm">Strong's 2088: </a> </span><span class="str2">This, that</span><br /><br /><span class="word">boy,</span><br /><span class="heb">הַנַּ֥עַר</span> <span class="translit">(han·na·‘ar)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5288.htm">Strong's 5288: </a> </span><span class="str2">A boy, lad, youth, retainer</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and since the LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָ֥ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">has granted me</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיִּתֵּ֨ן</span> <span class="translit">(way·yit·tên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5414.htm">Strong's 5414: </a> </span><span class="str2">To give, put, set</span><br /><br /><span class="word">what</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲשֶׁ֥ר</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·šer)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - relative<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_834.htm">Strong's 834: </a> </span><span class="str2">Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I asked</span><br /><span class="heb">שָׁאַ֖לְתִּי</span> <span class="translit">(šā·’al·tî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7592.htm">Strong's 7592: </a> </span><span class="str2">To inquire, to request, to demand</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Him,</span><br /><span class="heb">מֵעִמּֽוֹ׃</span> <span class="translit">(mê·‘im·mōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5973.htm">Strong's 5973: </a> </span><span class="str2">With, equally with</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_samuel/1-27.htm">1 Samuel 1:27 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/1_samuel/1-27.htm">1 Samuel 1:27 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/1_samuel/1-27.htm">1 Samuel 1:27 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/1_samuel/1-27.htm">1 Samuel 1:27 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/1_samuel/1-27.htm">1 Samuel 1:27 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/1_samuel/1-27.htm">1 Samuel 1:27 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_samuel/1-27.htm">1 Samuel 1:27 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_samuel/1-27.htm">1 Samuel 1:27 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/1_samuel/1-27.htm">1 Samuel 1:27 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/1_samuel/1-27.htm">1 Samuel 1:27 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/1_samuel/1-27.htm">OT History: 1 Samuel 1:27 For this child I prayed (1Sa iSam 1 Sam i sa) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_samuel/1-26.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Samuel 1:26"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Samuel 1:26" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_samuel/1-28.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Samuel 1:28"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Samuel 1:28" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>