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Judges 16:7

King James Version (KJV)

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Judges 16:7

Verse 7 of 31

Scripture focus

And Samson said unto her, If they bind me with seven green withs that were never dried, then shall I be weak, and be as another man.

Judges 16:7 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Judges 16:7

Theological / Devotional

Seven. This number was thought by some to possess particular power. It may be noted that Samson’s hair, the last evidence of his consecration to God, was divided into seven locks (v. 13). Perhaps he was already unconsciously betraying a part of his secret.

Green. Heb. lack, “moist,” “fresh,” “green,” the meaning depending on the object to which it is applied.

Withs. The exact meaning of this Hebrew word is uncertain. It is used for bowstrings and tent cords. It probably refers to strings of gut made from the intestines or sinews of animals.

As another man. That is, having no more strength than an average man of the same size.

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