1 Samuel 1:5 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

But unto Hannah he gave a worthy portion; for he loved Hannah: but the LORD had shut up her womb.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But to Hannah he gave a double portion because he loved Hannah, even though the LORD had made her unable to have children.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse shows that Elkanah gave Hannah extra food at their religious feast because he loved her deeply, despite her struggle with infertility.

📚 Historical Context

This takes place during Israel's time of judges, before they had kings. Elkanah had two wives - a common practice then - and would make annual trips to worship at Shiloh. The 'worthy portion' refers to the special share of meat from the peace offering that families would eat together as part of their worship.

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