1 Samuel 2:3

“Talk no more so exceeding proudly; let not arrogancy come out of your mouth: for the LORD is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed.”

"Talk no more so exceeding proudly; let not arrogancy come out of your mouth: for the LORD is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed." - 1 Samuel 2:3
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What does 1 Samuel 2:3 mean?

The Bible verse 1 Samuel 2:3 in the King James Version (KJV) states, "Talk no more so exceeding proudly; let not arrogancy come out of your mouth: for the LORD is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed." This verse is part of a larger passage in the book of 1 Samuel…

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The Weight of Words: A Call to Humility

In 1 Samuel 2:3, we find a profound expression of wisdom: "Talk no more so exceeding proudly; let not arrogancy come out of your mouth: for the LORD is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed." This verse, delivered through the lips of Hannah, serves as a powerful…

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A Prayer for Humility and Wisdom in Speech

O Heavenly Father, In this sacred moment, I come before You with a heart full of reverence and awe. I am reminded of the profound wisdom found in Your Word, particularly in the book of 1 Samuel 2:3, where it is written: "Talk no more so exceeding proudly; let not arrogancy come…

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1 Samuel 2:3 - "Talk no more so exceeding proudly; let not arrogancy come out of your mouth: for the LORD is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed."
2 Samuel 3:1 - "Now there was long war between the house of Saul and the house of David: but David waxed stronger and stronger, and the house of Saul waxed weaker and weaker."
1 Samuel 2:12
1 Samuel 3:1
1 Samuel 3:1
1 Samuel 3:2 - "And it came to pass at that time, when Eli was laid down in his place, and his eyes began to wax dim, that he could not see;"
1 Samuel 3:3 - "And ere the lamp of God went out in the temple of the LORD, where the ark of God was, and Samuel was laid down to sleep;"
1 Samuel 3:10 - "And the LORD came, and stood, and called as at other times, Samuel, Samuel. Then Samuel answered, Speak; for thy servant heareth."
2 Samuel 1:3 - "And David said unto him, From whence comest thou? And he said unto him, Out of the camp of Israel am I escaped."
1 Samuel 3:16 - "Then Eli called Samuel, and said, Samuel, my son. And he answered, Here am I."
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1 Samuel 3:4 - "That the LORD called Samuel: and he answered, Here am I."
1 Samuel 3:15 - "¶ And Samuel lay until the morning, and opened the doors of the house of the LORD. And Samuel feared to shew Eli the vision."
1 Samuel 3:1 - "And the child Samuel ministered unto the LORD before Eli. And the word of the LORD was precious in those days; there was no open vision."
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1 Samuel 3:21
1 Samuel 3:21
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1 Samuel 3:21
1 Samuel 3:19 - "¶ And Samuel grew, and the LORD was with him, and did let none of his words fall to the ground."
1 Samuel 3:21 - "And the LORD appeared again in Shiloh: for the LORD revealed himself to Samuel in Shiloh by the word of the LORD."
2 Samuel 2:3 - "And his men that were with him did David bring up, every man with his household: and they dwelt in the cities of Hebron."
1 Samuel 3:20 - "And all Israel from Dan even to Beer-sheba knew that Samuel was established to be a prophet of the LORD."
2 Samuel 3:2 - "¶ And unto David were sons born in Hebron: and his firstborn was Amnon, of Ahinoam the Jezreelitess;"
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1 Samuel 3:7 - "Now Samuel did not yet know the LORD, neither was the word of the LORD yet revealed unto him."
2 Samuel 4:3 - "And the Beerothites fled to Gittaim, and were sojourners there until this day.)"