1 Samuel 1:5

But unto Hannah he gave a worthy portion; for he loved Hannah: but the LORD had shut up her womb.

King James Version
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Other Translations for 1 Samuel 1:5

BSB
But to Hannah he would give a double portion, for he loved her even though the LORD had closed her womb.
AKJV
But to Hannah he gave a worthy portion; for he loved Hannah: but the LORD had shut up her womb.
CPDV
But to Hannah he gave one portion with sorrow. For he loved Hannah, but the Lord had closed her womb.
ERV
but unto Hannah he gave a double portion: for he loved Hannah, but the LORD had shut up her womb.
NHEB
but to Hannah he gave a double portion; for he loved Hannah, but the LORD had shut up her womb.
SMT
And to Hannah he will give one portion more, for he loved Hannah; and Jehovah shut up her womb.

Commentary for 1 Samuel 1:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 1 Samuel 1:5
Summary
Beloved wife receives special favor despite infertility
Place
Shiloh
Event
Special portions given to Hannah
Estimated Time Period
c. 1100 BC
Category
Narrative