2 Flashcards
What is the significance of Hannah’s prayer in relation to her enemies?
Hannah’s heart rejoices in the Lord, indicating her faith and gratitude for salvation.
This reflects a theme of divine justice and vindication.
What does Hannah declare about the holiness of the Lord?
There is none holy as the Lord; none beside Him.
This emphasizes the uniqueness and supremacy of God.
According to Hannah, how are actions weighed?
Actions are weighed by the Lord, who is a God of knowledge.
This underscores the belief in divine justice and accountability.
What happens to the bows of mighty men according to Hannah’s prayer?
The bows of the mighty men are broken, and those who stumbled are girded with strength.
This illustrates a reversal of fortunes.
What does the Lord do regarding wealth and poverty?
The Lord maketh poor and maketh rich; He bringeth low and lifteth up.
This highlights God’s sovereignty over material circumstances.
Fill in the blank: The Lord raises up the poor out of the _______.
dust
This metaphorically represents the elevation of the humble.
What will happen to the adversaries of the Lord?
They shall be broken to pieces, and the Lord shall judge the ends of the earth.
This reinforces the theme of divine judgment.
Who were the sons of Eli and how did they behave?
The sons of Eli were sons of Belial; they knew not the Lord.
Their behavior was corrupt and disrespectful towards God.
What was the custom of the priest’s servant regarding sacrifices?
The priest’s servant took the flesh for himself with a fleshhook.
This practice was exploitative and contributed to the people’s disdain for offerings.
What did Eli say to his sons regarding their actions?
Eli questioned why they were doing evil and warned them against making the Lord’s people transgress.
This shows Eli’s awareness of his sons’ misconduct.
What was the outcome for Eli’s sons, Hophni and Phinehas?
They were prophesied to die on the same day.
This indicates divine judgment for their sins.
What does the Lord promise regarding a faithful priest?
The Lord will raise up a faithful priest who will do according to His heart and mind.
This suggests a future restoration of true worship.
Fill in the blank: The pillars of the earth are the Lord’s, and He hath set the world upon _______.
them
This signifies God’s authority over creation.
True or False: Eli honored his sons above God.
True
This is a key reason for the judgment against Eli’s household.
What does the phrase ‘every one that is left in thine house shall come and crouch to him’ imply?
It implies a future humiliation and desperation of Eli’s descendants.
This indicates a complete reversal of their former status.
What was Samuel’s role in the temple?
Samuel ministered before the Lord as a child, girded with a linen ephod.
This signifies his early dedication to God and the priestly role.
