# #237 | 1 Samuel ch.3 - God Calling!

From **The Tanakh Podcast: R Alex Israel** by R Alex Israel.

- **Published:** Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:24:01 GMT
- **Duration:** 00:08:00
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<p>In this chapter, Samuel receives his first prophecy. How does he know that God is calling him? What does God want to say to him?</p><p>Looking at the bookends of this chapter we understand that this is a turning point. Samuel&#39;s role as prophet signifies and represents a return of the word of God to the Jewish people.</p><p><br></p><p>--</p><p>Originally published December 28, 2022</p>