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Naked Bible 447: 1 Samuel 1:1-2:11
The Naked Bible Podcast
Uncovering Hidden Meanings in Names
The name Shemo-El does not come from Sha-al as claimed in 1 Samuel 1-20, but combines Hebrew words meaning 'name' and 'God'. Scholars recognize this and believe there is a pun intended, given the similarity between the word 'asked' and the verb components in Shemo-El. The naming convention for Samuel is considered unusual, hinting at ancient wordplay.
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