From Dorsey

A. Samuel’s birth and lifelong dedication to Yahweh (1:1-2:11)

B. Eli’s wicked sons show contempt for Yahweh at the Tabernacle (2:12-26)

C. prophecy that Eli’s sons will be killed on one day (2:27-3:1a)

D. Samuel’s Call (3:1b – 4:1a)

C’. Eli’s sons die on one day (4:1b-22)

B’. Philistines show respect for the Ark of the Covenant (5:1-7:1)

A’. Samuel’s lifelong rule over Israel (7:2-17)