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Notes
The whole burnt offering was likely for forgiveness of sin (see Leviticus 1:1–4).
The Lord responded with a loud thunderclap (1 Samuel 7:10).
Israel's victory over the Philistines was due to their improved relationship with God, not because of the ark's presence (see 1 Samuel 4:3–11).
People
Israel: Patriarch, son of Isaac, father of twelve tribes Samuel: Prophet and last judge of Israel before the kings
Glossary
Meaning of Names in the Bible Priests and Levites Samuel (Person) Samuel, Books of First and Second
Topics
Answers To Prayer: Samuel God: Preserver: On Account of Samuel's Intercession Intercession: Answered of Samuel, for Deliverance from the Oppressions of the Philistines Priests: On Special Occasions Persons not of Aaron's Family Acted As Samuel: The Philistines Defeated Through his Intercession and Sacrifices The Burnt offering: Before Going to War The Lamb: Offered in Sacrifice: While Sucking The Philistines: Miraculously Routed at Mizpeh