1 Samuel 2:26-29

Contemporary English Version

A Prophet Speaks to Eli

^26 (A) Each day, as Samuel grew older, the Lord was pleased with him, and so were the people.

²⁷ One day a prophet came to Eli and gave him this message from the Lord:

When your ancestors were slaves of the king of Egypt, I came and showed them who I am. ^28-29 (B) Out of all the tribes of Israel, I chose your family to be my priests. I wanted them to offer sacrifices and burn incense to me and to find out from me what I want my people to do. I commanded everyone to bring their sacrifices here where I live, and I allowed you and your family to keep those that were not offered to me on the altar.

But you honor your sons instead of me! You don't respect^[a] the sacrifices and offerings that are brought to me, and you've all grown fat from eating the best parts.