A name from Scripture
Eli
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Meaning
Ascended; My God; Most High
Hebrew origin · Boy · First in 1 Samuel
What it points to
Eli's name — 'my God' — reminds us that even devoted servants of God must faithfully steward every area of life, especially family. His wisdom in mentoring Samuel shows that investing in the next generation is sacred work.
Verses · King James Version
“Then Eli answered and said, Go in peace: and the God of Israel grant thee thy petition that thou hast asked of him.”
1 Samuel 1:17
“Therefore Eli said unto Samuel, Go, lie down: and it shall be, if he call thee, that thou shalt say, Speak, LORD; for thy servant heareth.”
1 Samuel 3:9