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High priest at Shiloh
Eli
End of Judges
Life
Aged priest who mentored Samuel but failed to restrain his wicked sons; died hearing the ark was captured.
Key Facts
- Judged Israel 40 years
- Sons Hophni and Phinehas
- Fell and broke his neck at age 98
Why this matters
Warning against parental indulgence and priestly compromise.