16 But the man who offered the sacrifice might say, “Let the fat be burned up first as usual. Then you may take anything you want.” If so, the priest’s servant would answer, “No, give me the meat now. If you don’t, I’ll take it by force.”

17 The Lord saw that the sin of the servants was very great. They did not show respect for the offerings made to the Lord.

18 Samuel Grows Up But Samuel obeyed the Lord. He wore a linen holy vest.