1 Samuel 4:17

Free Bible Version

“Israel ran away from the Philistines—we were badly defeated,” the messenger replied. “Also your two sons, Hophni and Phinehas, were killed, and the Ark of God has been captured.”

Cross References

Psalm 78:61

He surrendered the Ark of his power, allowing it to be captured; handing it over into enemy hands.

Psalm 78:64

Their priests were killed by the sword; their widows were unable to mourn.

1 Samuel 2:34

Here is a sign for you that this will happen regarding your two sons Hophni and Phinehas: both will die on the same day.

1 Samuel 3:11

The Lord told Samuel: “Pay attention, because I'm going to do something in Israel that will surprise everyone who hears it.

1 Samuel 3:12

That's when I will carry out against Eli and his family everything I have said, from beginning to end.

1 Samuel 4:16

“I've just come from the battle,” the man said. “I ran away from it today.” “What happened, my son?” Eli asked.

1 Samuel 4:18

As soon as the Ark of God was mentioned, Eli fell backward from his chair by the town gate. Since he was old and heavy, he broke his neck and died. Eli had been Israel's leader for forty years.