1 Samuel 2:26
New International Version
And the boy Samuel continued to grow in stature and in favor with the LORD and with people.

New Living Translation
Meanwhile, the boy Samuel grew taller and grew in favor with the LORD and with the people.

English Standard Version
Now the boy Samuel continued to grow both in stature and in favor with the LORD and also with man.

Berean Standard Bible
And the boy Samuel continued to grow in stature and in favor with the LORD and with man.

King James Bible
And the child Samuel grew on, and was in favour both with the LORD, and also with men.

New King James Version
And the child Samuel grew in stature, and in favor both with the LORD and men.

New American Standard Bible
Now the boy Samuel was continuing to grow and to be in favor both with the LORD and with people.

NASB 1995
Now the boy Samuel was growing in stature and in favor both with the LORD and with men.

NASB 1977
Now the boy Samuel was growing in stature and in favor both with the LORD and with men.

Legacy Standard Bible
Now the young boy Samuel was growing in stature and in favor both with Yahweh and with men.

Amplified Bible
But the boy Samuel continued to grow in stature and in favor both with the LORD and with men.

Christian Standard Bible
By contrast, the boy Samuel grew in stature and in favor with the LORD and with people.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
By contrast, the boy Samuel grew in stature and in favor with the LORD and with men.

American Standard Version
And the child Samuel grew on, and increased in favor both with Jehovah, and also with men.

Contemporary English Version
Each day, as Samuel grew older, the LORD was pleased with him, and so were the people.

English Revised Version
And the child Samuel grew on, and was in favour both with the LORD, and also with men.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The boy Samuel continued to grow and gained the favor of the LORD and the people.

Good News Translation
The boy Samuel continued to grow and to gain favor both with the LORD and with people.

International Standard Version
But the boy Samuel continued to grow both physically and in favor with the LORD and the people.

Majority Standard Bible
And the boy Samuel continued to grow in stature and in favor with the LORD and with man.

NET Bible
Now the boy Samuel was growing up and finding favor both with the LORD and with people.

New Heart English Bible
The child Samuel grew on, and increased in favor both with the LORD, and also with men.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the child Samuel continued to grow, and was in favor both with the LORD, and also with men.

World English Bible
The child Samuel grew on, and increased in favor both with Yahweh and also with men.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And the youth Samuel is going on and growing up, and [is] good with both YHWH, and also with men.

Young's Literal Translation
And the youth Samuel is going on and growing up, and is good both with Jehovah, and also with men.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the boy Samuel going, will become great and good, also with Jehovah and with men.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
But the child Samuel advanced, and grew on, and pleased both the Lord and men.

Catholic Public Domain Version
But the youth Samuel advanced, and grew up, and he was pleasing to the Lord, as well as to men.

New American Bible
Meanwhile, young Samuel was growing in stature and in worth in the estimation of the LORD and the people.

New Revised Standard Version
Now the boy Samuel continued to grow both in stature and in favor with the LORD and with the people.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the boy Samuel grew up, and was in favor both with the LORD and also with men.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the boy Shemueil went on and became very great and was good before LORD JEHOVAH, also before the children of men
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the child Samuel grew on, and increased in favour both with the LORD, and also with men.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the child Samuel advanced, and was in favour with God and with men.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Eli's Wicked Sons
25If a man sins against another man, God can intercede for him; but if a man sins against the LORD, who can intercede for him?” But they would not listen to their father, since the LORD intended to put them to death. 26And the boy Samuel continued to grow in stature and in favor with the LORD and with man.

Cross References
Luke 2:52
And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.

Proverbs 3:4
Then you will find favor and high regard in the sight of God and man.

Luke 1:80
And the child grew and became strong in spirit; and he lived in the wilderness until the time of his public appearance to Israel.

Luke 1:66
And all who heard this wondered in their hearts and asked, “What then will this child become?” For the Lord’s hand was with him.

Luke 2:40
And the Child grew and became strong. He was filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was upon Him.

Proverbs 22:1
A good name is more desirable than great riches; favor is better than silver and gold.

Genesis 39:2-4
And the LORD was with Joseph, and he became a successful man, serving in the household of his Egyptian master. / When his master saw that the LORD was with him and made him prosper in all he did, / Joseph found favor in his sight and became his personal attendant. Potiphar put him in charge of his household and entrusted him with everything he owned.

Acts 2:47
praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.

Acts 7:9-10
Because the patriarchs were jealous of Joseph, they sold him as a slave into Egypt. But God was with him / and rescued him from all his troubles. He granted Joseph favor and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh king of Egypt, who appointed him ruler over Egypt and all his household.

Daniel 1:9
Now God had granted Daniel favor and compassion from the chief official,

1 Samuel 3:19-21
And Samuel grew, and the LORD was with him, and He let none of Samuel’s words fall to the ground. / So all Israel from Dan to Beersheba knew that Samuel was confirmed as a prophet of the LORD. / And the LORD continued to appear at Shiloh, because there He revealed Himself to Samuel by His word.

1 Kings 2:26
Then the king said to Abiathar the priest, “Go back to your fields in Anathoth. Even though you deserve to die, I will not put you to death at this time, since you carried the ark of the Lord GOD before my father David, and you suffered through all that my father suffered.”

2 Kings 18:7
And the LORD was with Hezekiah, and he prospered wherever he went. He rebelled against the king of Assyria and refused to serve him.

2 Chronicles 17:3-4
Now the LORD was with Jehoshaphat because he walked in the earlier ways of his father David. He did not seek the Baals, / but he sought the God of his father and walked by His commandments rather than the practices of Israel.

Psalm 111:10
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow His precepts gain rich understanding. His praise endures forever!


Treasury of Scripture

And the child Samuel grew on, and was in favor both with the LORD, and also with men.

grew on

1 Samuel 2:21
And the LORD visited Hannah, so that she conceived, and bare three sons and two daughters. And the child Samuel grew before the LORD.

was in

Proverbs 3:3
Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thine heart:

Luke 1:80
And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, and was in the deserts till the day of his shewing unto Israel.

Luke 2:40,52
And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him…

Jump to Previous
Approval Boy Child Continued Increased Older Samuel Stature Young Youth
Jump to Next
Approval Boy Child Continued Increased Older Samuel Stature Young Youth
1 Samuel 2
1. Hannah's song in thankfulness
12. The sin of Eli's sons
18. Samuel's ministry
20. by Eli's blessing Hannah is more fruitful
22. Eli reproves his sons
27. A prophecy against Eli's house














And the boy Samuel
This phrase introduces us to Samuel, a pivotal figure in the history of Israel. The Hebrew word for "boy" is "na'ar," which can refer to a child or a young man, indicating Samuel's youth and potential. Samuel's early life is marked by his dedication to God, as he was given to the Lord's service by his mother, Hannah, in fulfillment of her vow. This dedication sets the stage for his future role as a prophet and judge over Israel, highlighting the importance of early spiritual formation and commitment.

continued to grow
The Hebrew verb "gadal" is used here, meaning to grow or become great. This growth is not merely physical but also spiritual and moral. Samuel's development is a testament to the nurturing environment of the tabernacle and the influence of Eli, the priest. It underscores the biblical principle that growth in godliness is a continuous process, requiring dedication and the right environment.

in stature
The term "stature" refers to physical growth, but it also implies maturity and development in character. Samuel's growth in stature is symbolic of his preparation for the significant responsibilities he will later assume. It serves as a reminder that God often prepares His servants through a process of growth and maturation, equipping them for their future roles.

and in favor
The Hebrew word "chen" translates to "favor" or "grace." This indicates that Samuel was not only growing physically and spiritually but was also gaining approval and goodwill. Favor is a recurring theme in Scripture, often associated with God's blessing and the individual's righteous living. Samuel's favor with God and men foreshadows his future influence and leadership.

with the LORD
This phrase emphasizes Samuel's relationship with God. The Hebrew name for God here is "Yahweh," the covenant name of God, highlighting the personal and relational aspect of Samuel's growth. His favor with the Lord signifies divine approval and blessing, a crucial element for anyone called to serve in God's kingdom. It reflects the biblical truth that true success and favor begin with a right relationship with God.

and with men
Samuel's favor with men indicates his growing reputation and influence among the people. This dual favor with God and men is reminiscent of Jesus' own growth as described in Luke 2:52. It illustrates the balance of spiritual and social development, showing that a life pleasing to God often results in positive relationships with others. Samuel's life serves as an example of how godly character can impact both divine and human relationships positively.

(26) Grew on, and was in favour.--The very expressions of the biographer of Samuel were adopted by St. Luke when, in the early chapters of his Gospel, he wishes to describe in a few striking words the boyhood and youth of Him who was far greater than the child-prophet of Israel.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
And the boy
וְהַנַּ֣עַר (wə·han·na·‘ar)
Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5288: A boy, lad, youth, retainer

Samuel
שְׁמוּאֵ֔ל (šə·mū·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8050: Samuel -- 'name of God', a prophet of Israel

continued to grow
הֹלֵ֥ךְ (hō·lêḵ)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk

in stature
וְגָדֵ֖ל (wə·ḡā·ḏêl)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 1432: Becoming great, growing up

and in favor
וָט֑וֹב (wā·ṭō·wḇ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 2896: Pleasant, agreeable, good

with
עִם־ (‘im-)
Preposition
Strong's 5973: With, equally with

the LORD
יְהוָ֔ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

and with
עִם־ (‘im-)
Preposition
Strong's 5973: With, equally with

men.
אֲנָשִֽׁים׃ (’ă·nā·šîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person


Links
1 Samuel 2:26 NIV
1 Samuel 2:26 NLT
1 Samuel 2:26 ESV
1 Samuel 2:26 NASB
1 Samuel 2:26 KJV

1 Samuel 2:26 BibleApps.com
1 Samuel 2:26 Biblia Paralela
1 Samuel 2:26 Chinese Bible
1 Samuel 2:26 French Bible
1 Samuel 2:26 Catholic Bible

OT History: 1 Samuel 2:26 The child Samuel grew on and increased (1Sa iSam 1 Sam i sa)
1 Samuel 2:25
Top of Page
Top of Page