And Hannah prayed, and said, My heart rejoiceth in the LORD, mine horn is exalted in the LORD: my mouth is enlarged over mine enemies; because I rejoice in thy salvation.
Then Hannah prayed and said, 'My heart is filled with joy because of the LORD! The LORD has given me strength and victory. I can speak boldly against those who opposed me, because I celebrate the salvation you have given me.'
Hannah is expressing overwhelming joy and gratitude to God for answering her prayer and giving her strength to overcome those who looked down on her.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative, Hannah was a faithful woman in ancient Israel who struggled with infertility, which was a significant source of shame and distress in her patriarchal culture. After years of fervent prayer at the tabernacle, God answered her plea by granting her a son named Samuel, whom she vowed to dedicate to His service. This verse marks the start of her joyful prayer of praise, offered after she fulfilled her promise by leaving Samuel with the priest Eli.
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