12. And it came to pass as she continued praying before the Lord that Eli was observing her mouth.
13. Now Hannah spoke in her heart and only her lips moved, but her voice was not heard; therefore, Eli thought she was drunk.
14. And Eli said unto her, How long wilt thou be drunken? Put away thy wine from thee.
15. And Hannah answered and said, No, my lord, I am a woman of a sorrowful spirit; I have drunk neither wine nor strong drink but have poured out my soul before the Lord.
16. Do not count thy handmaid for a daughter of Belial, for out of the abundance of my complaint and grief I have waited until now to speak.
17. Then Eli answered and said, Go in peace, and the God of Israel grant thee thy petition that thou hast asked of him.