The Purpose of Samuel

The Symbolism of Samuel

“Is it time now, Heavenly Father?”

Inquires the humble Son.

“To send forth a worthy prophet;

And priestly garb to don?”

“Yes! For behold, Hannah!

She pleads Me for a boy.

And says, “if I am granted,

He the temple will employ.

All the moments of his life

In service are for Thee.

Oh, hear Thy servant here below!

Elohim, receive my earnest plea!”

“Oh, yes, I hear thee daughter,

Priest Eli, draw her nigh.

Tell her I delight to answer;

I hear from heaven on high!

A child she’ll bear safely –

Samuel: Asked of Me;

A lifelong devoted servant;

Advisor to those kingly.

And yet, not a priest only,

But a prophet; yea, My Voice!

He’ll speak to men of greatness

And anoint those of My choice.

Behold, when he is three of age

And lying down, asleep,

I will call him several times

By name – behold him creep

Up and hasten to another room

To awaken resting Eli.

“Sir! I am here! Thou called?”

“No, for surely it was I!”

I call him for My service,

To be My voice on earth.

Spirit fall; He I claim;

He was a gift from birth.”