Judges 16:14
Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))
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In this verse, Delilah is tricking Samson by pretending that the Philistines are attacking. Samson, thinking he's in danger, wakes up and breaks the pin that was supposed to hold him down, showing his incredible strength.
شرح للأطفال
Imagine you're playing a trick on your friend by pretending there's a scary monster. When your friend wakes up, they think they need to run away and end up breaking their bed! That's a bit like what happens here, but with a real hero named Samson and some bad guys called the Philistines.
السياق التاريخي
The Book of Judges was likely compiled from various oral and written sources over time, with the final form probably written around the 6th century BCE. It was written for the Israelites to remind them of their history and the need for faith and strength in the face of their enemies, such as the Philistines.
التطبيق اليوم
This story can remind us that we should be cautious about trusting others, especially when they are trying to trick us. Like Samson, we might find inner strength when we face challenges or threats, showing that even in difficult situations, there can be unexpected ways to overcome them.