Don't think I am a worthless woman. I have been praying like this because I'm so miserable.”
Listen to me and answer me; I am worn out by my worries.
that some worthless people of your nation have misled the people of their town to worship gods that you have never worshiped before.
If you hear such a rumor, investigate it thoroughly; and if it is true that this evil thing did happen,
“No, I'm not drunk, sir,” she answered. “I haven't been drinking! I am desperate, and I have been praying, pouring out my troubles to the Lord.
“Go in peace,” Eli said, “and may the God of Israel give you what you have asked him for.”
But some worthless people said, “How can this fellow do us any good?” They despised Saul and did not bring him any gifts.
The sons of Eli were scoundrels. They paid no attention to the Lord
Please, don't pay any attention to Nabal, that good-for-nothing! He is exactly what his name means—a fool! I wasn't there when your servants arrived, sir.