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5 Samson went with his father and mother to Timnah. When they were coming to the vineyards of Timnah, a young roaring lion met Samson. 6 The Lord ’s Spirit came over him. With his bare hands, he tore the lion apart as if it were a young goat. He didn’t tell his parents what he had done. 7 Then he went to talk to the young woman. She was the ...
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doubtless came. from my bride-to-be. 19 Then the Lord's...
- Judges 14 CEV - Samson Gets Married -One day, Samson - Bible ...
doubtless came. from my bride-to-be. 19 Then the Lord's Spirit took control of Samson. He went to Ashkelon,[g] where he killed 30 men and took their clothing. Samson then gave it to the 30 young men at Timnah and stormed back home to his own family. 20 The father of the bride made Samson's wife marry one of the 30 young men that had been at ...
The story of Samson's riddle comprises chapter 14 of the Book of Judges. It begins when Samson encounters a Philistine woman in the city of Timnah and decides to marry her, against the objections of his parents. While travelling to Timnah to meet with the woman, Samson is attacked by a young lion. The Spirit of the Lord comes upon him, and he ...
Judges 14 is an intriguing chapter that unveils the enigmatic strength of Samson, his Philistine bride, and their complex relationship. The narrative unfolds with various events ranging from a pre-arranged marriage to a riddle contest. Betrayal, deceit, divine intervention, and retribution play out in the narrative, offering a wealth of lessons ...
Judges 14-16. New International Version. Samson’s Marriage. 14 Samson went down to Timnah and saw there a young Philistine woman. 2 When he returned, he said to his father and mother, “I have seen a Philistine woman in Timnah; now get her for me as my wife.”. 3 His father and mother replied, “Isn’t there an acceptable woman among your ...
And Samson’s wife was given to his companion, who had been his best man. a. Then the Spirit of the LORD came upon him mightily: The Spirit of the LORD did not come upon Samson to avenge the hurt feelings of a husband. God’s strategy was larger: He was seeking an occasion to move against the Philistines (Judges 14:4).
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Judges 14:5-7. 5 Samson went down to Timnah. When he approached the vineyards of Timnah, he saw a roaring young lion attacking him. 6 The Lord’s spirit empowered him and he tore the lion in two with his bare hands as easily as one would tear a young goat.
