1 Samuel 2:6

The LORD killeth, and maketh alive: he bringeth down to the grave, and bringeth up.

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Other Translations for 1 Samuel 2:6

BSB
The LORD brings death and gives life; He brings down to Sheol and raises up.
AKJV
The LORD kills, and makes alive: he brings down to the grave, and brings up.
CPDV
The Lord brings death, and he gives life. He leads away to death, and he brings back again.
ERV
The LORD killeth, and maketh alive: he bringeth down to the grave, and bringeth up.
NHEB
"The LORD kills, and makes alive. He brings down to Sheol, and brings up.
SMT
Jehovah killing and giving life; bringing down to hades and bringing up.

Word Study (Strong’s) for 1 Samuel 2:6

TheLORDH3068Proper NamekillethH4191VerbandmakethaliveH2421VerbhebringethdownH3381VerbtothegraveH7585Noun FeminineandbringethupH5927Verb

Commentary for 1 Samuel 2:6

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 1 Samuel 2:6
Summary
God controls life, death, and afterlife
Place
Shiloh
Event
Hannah affirms God's power over life
Estimated Time Period
c. 1100 BC
Category
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