Six Prayers in 1 Samuel:

1. Hannah for a son 1 Sam 1:11). 

Answered 

because of God’s plan for Israel (1 Sam 1:20-23) and promises to bless with children upon obedience (Lev 26:3-13; Deut 28:1-14).

2. Hannah to express gratitude for answered prayer1 Sam 2:1-10).

No request to answer.

3. Saul for guidance 1 Sam 14:37). 

Unanswered 

because of sin (1 Sam 13:1-14; 14:37).

4. David for guidance 1 Sam 23:2). 

Answered 

because of God’s plan (1 Sam 23:2).

5. David for revelation 1 Sam 23:10-12). 

Answered 

because of God’s plan.

6. David for revelation 1 Sam 30:8). 

Answered 

because of God’s plan.

References to prayer (1 Sam 7:9; 8:6; 12:18; 15:11; 28:6)