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Judges 14:19 · KJV

"And the Spirit of the LORD came upon him, and he went down to Ashkelon, and slew thirty men of them, and took their spoil, and gave change of garments unto them which expounded the riddle. And his anger was kindled, and he went up to his father's house."

King James Version

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Passage Context

17And she wept before him the seven days, while their feast lasted: and it came to pass on the seventh day, that he told her, because she lay sore upon him: and she told the riddle to the children of her people.
18And the men of the city said unto him on the seventh day before the sun went down, What is sweeter than honey? and what is stronger than a lion? And he said unto them, If ye had not plowed with my heifer, ye had not found out my riddle.
19And the Spirit of the LORD came upon him, and he went down to Ashkelon, and slew thirty men of them, and took their spoil, and gave change of garments unto them which expounded the riddle. And his anger was kindled, and he went up to his father's house.
20But Samson's wife was given to his companion, whom he had used as his friend.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond when you feel provoked?

2

What does it mean for you to rely on divine strength in difficult times?

3

When have you experienced a moment of anger that led to significant consequences?

Life Application

anger

Reflect on how you handle anger and consider seeking constructive outlets.

faith

Trust in God's strength to guide your actions during challenging moments.

People in This Verse

SamsonOT

A judge of Israel known for his immense strength and tragic flaws. He was dedicated to God from birth and often struggled with personal desires over divine calling.

First appearance: Judges 13:5

Places in This Verse

Ashkelon(Ashkelon today)

An ancient city of the Philistines located on the Mediterranean coast. It was a significant center of trade and conflict.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

The Spirit of the Lord empowering Samson foreshadows the empowerment of believers through the Holy Spirit in the New Testament.

See also: Acts 1:8

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