: 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 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 Costel Bungau Un copil dormea odata Samuel
The version performed by Costel Bungău emphasizes that it wasn't a man or an angel calling the child, but the "Master of All" Himself. The poem serves as a modern call to the listener: : Just as Samuel was called by name,