BBE Image Bible : Scripture in Images Judges 14:4
4. Now his father and mother had no knowledge that this was the purpose of the Lord, who had the destruction of the Philistines in mind. Now the Philistines at that time were ruling over Israel.
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Summary: Judges chapter 14 narrates the story of Samson, one of the most significant judges of Israel. The chapter begins with Samson's desire to marry a Philistine woman from Timnah, which causes concern among his parents due to the longstanding enmity between Israel and the Philistines. Despite their objections, Samson insists on his choice, indicating that he saw this as part of God's plan to confront the Philistines. As Samson travels to Timnah, he encounters a lion and, empowered by the Spirit of the Lord, he kills it with his bare hands. This event foreshadows his eventual clashes with the Philistines. Later, upon returning to Timnah for the wedding, Samson discovers that bees have made a hive in the lion's carcass, leading him to pose a riddle at his wedding feast. The riddle, which reflects his strength and cleverness, ultimately leads to conflict with the Philistines when they coerce his new bride into revealing its answer. Themes of strength, betrayal, and the divine purpose permeate this chapter. Samson's actions highlight both his physical prowess and his flawed judgment, setting the stage for the cyclical nature of Israel's struggles with foreign oppressors. Ultimately, the chapter emphasizes the tension between personal desires and God's sovereign plans for Israel.
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