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Judges 16:11 Β· KJV

"And he said unto her, If they bind me fast with new ropes that never were occupied, then shall I be weak, and be as another man."

King James Version

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Passage Context

9Now there were men lying in wait, abiding with her in the chamber. And she said unto him, The Philistines be upon thee, Samson. And he brake the withs, as a thread of tow is broken when it toucheth the fire. So his strength was not known.
10And Delilah said unto Samson, Behold, thou hast mocked me, and told me lies: now tell me, I pray thee, wherewith thou mightest be bound.
11And he said unto her, If they bind me fast with new ropes that never were occupied, then shall I be weak, and be as another man.
12Delilah therefore took new ropes, and bound him therewith, and said unto him, The Philistines be upon thee, Samson. And there were liers in wait abiding in the chamber. And he brake them from off his arms like a thread.
13And Delilah said unto Samson, Hitherto thou hast mocked me, and told me lies: tell me wherewith thou mightest be bound. And he said unto her, If thou weavest the seven locks of my head with the web.

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Reflection Questions

1

What do you rely on for strength in difficult times?

2

How do you handle situations where you feel weakened?

3

When have you underestimated the power of deception?

Life Application

strength

Identify the sources of strength in your life and ensure they align with your values.

awareness

Stay alert to the ways you might be misled or distracted from your purpose.

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

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