1 Samuel 3:12

Arabic SAB (الكتاب الشريف)

فِي ذَلِكَ الْوَقْتِ، أَجْلِبُ عَلَى عَالِي كُلَّ مَا قُلْتُهُ ضِدَّ عَائِلَتِهِ، مِنْ أَوَّلِهِ إِلَى آخِرِهِ.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, God is speaking to Eli, a priest, and tells him that He will fulfill all the things He has said about Eli's family. God will begin and finish everything He has planned.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a friend who promised to build you a treehouse. This verse is like that friend saying, 'Don't worry, I will start building your treehouse today and finish it all in one go!' God is making a promise like that to Eli.

Historical Background

This passage is from the Book of 1 Samuel, written by an unknown author around 900-700 BC. It was written for the Israelites, who were going through a period of transition from being led by judges to being ruled by kings. The verse reflects the covenant relationship between God and His people.

Living It Out Today

In our daily lives, this verse can remind us that God is faithful and that He keeps His promises. For example, if you start a new job and God has promised to bless you, remember that He will not only start but also complete His work in you.

Topics

• faithfulness
• promise
• covenant
• providence
• judgment
• divine intervention

Related Verses

• Jeremiah 1:5
• Psalm 138:8
• Luke 1:13-17
• Genesis 28:14
• Hebrews 12:2

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in 1 Samuel 3:12?

God is speaking to Eli, a priest, about the fulfillment of His promises concerning Eli's family.

What does it mean that God will 'make an end'?

It means that God will fully complete what He has started, showing that He is both powerful and faithful in His promises.

How does this verse relate to the broader context of 1 Samuel?

This verse is part of the broader narrative of God's dealings with the Israelites and the establishment of the monarchy in Israel, emphasizing God's sovereignty over human affairs.

What can we learn about God's character from this verse?

We learn that God is faithful and that He will fulfill His promises, showing His reliability and power to see His plans through to completion.