The story of "Un copil dormea odată" is a beloved Christian poem often performed as a song, notably interpreted by artists like Costel Bungău . While the text is commonly attributed to the famous Romanian Christian poet , its narrative is rooted in the biblical account of the calling of the young prophet Samuel . The Calling of Samuel
The story takes place in the Tabernacle of the Lord at Shiloh. Samuel, a young boy dedicated to God's service by his mother, Hannah, was sleeping near the Ark of the Covenant. Costel Bungau Un copil dormea odata Samuel
: Just as Samuel was called by name, the lyrics suggest that every person has a "secret voice" calling them to serve God. The story of "Un copil dormea odată" is
: After this happened three times, Eli realized it was the Lord speaking to the boy. He instructed Samuel that if he heard the voice again, he should reply: "Speak, Lord, for Your servant is listening" . Samuel, a young boy dedicated to God's service