1 Samuel 3:14

“And therefore I have sworn unto the house of Eli, that the iniquity of Eli’s house shall not be purged with sacrifice nor offering for ever.”

"And therefore I have sworn unto the house of Eli, that the iniquity of Eli’s house shall not be purged with sacrifice nor offering for ever." - 1 Samuel 3:14
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What does 1 Samuel 3:14 mean?

The Bible verse 1 Samuel 3:14, "And therefore I have sworn unto the house of Eli, that the iniquity of Eli's house shall not be purged with sacrifice nor offering for ever," holds significant meaning within the context of the overall narrative of the book of 1 Samuel, as well as…

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The Weight of Unrepentant Iniquity

1 Samuel 3:14 in the King James Version reads: "And therefore I have sworn unto the house of Eli, that the iniquity of Eli's house shall not be purged with sacrifice nor offering for ever." This somber declaration from God marks a pivotal moment in the narrative of Israel and…

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A Solemn Prayer for Justice and Righteousness

O Lord, God of heaven and earth, we humbly bow before You today, acknowledging Your sovereignty and the depth of Your wisdom. As we reflect upon the solemn words of 1 Samuel 3:14, where it is declared, "And therefore I have sworn unto the house of Eli, that the iniquity of Eli's…

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1 Samuel 3:16 - "Then Eli called Samuel, and said, Samuel, my son. And he answered, Here am I."
1 Samuel 3:4 - "That the LORD called Samuel: and he answered, Here am I."
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1 Samuel 17:14 - "And David was the youngest: and the three eldest followed Saul."
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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."