12. Hannah prayed to the Lord a long time. Eli was watching her mouth while she was praying.
13. Hannah was praying in her heart. Her lips were moving, but since she did not say the words out loud, Eli thought she was drunk.
14. He said to her, “You have had too much to drink. It is time to put away the wine.”
15. Hannah answered, “Sir, I have not drunk any wine or beer. I am deeply troubled, and I was telling the Lord about all my problems.
16. Don’t think I am a bad woman. I have been praying so long because I have so many troubles and am very sad.”
17. Eli answered, “Go in peace. May the God of Israel give you what you asked for.”