Samuel — Shmuel

What does “Shmuel” mean in Hebrew?

Shmuel (שְׁמוּאֵל) means “God has heard” or “heard by God.” Rooted from shama (to hear) and El (God), Samuel’s very name is a testimony to divine faithfulness. He is the child God granted after Hannah’s heartfelt plea, making his life a symbol of answered prayer.

Learn how to say “Samuel” in Hebrew—Shmuel (שְׁמוּאֵל)—one of the most influential figures in the Hebrew Bible. As a prophet, priest, judge, and spiritual reformer, he bridges the era between the judges and the monarchy.

Samuel’s life is deeply connected to King David, and that connection reveals him as a man shaped by prayer, faith, and obedience.

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