And 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.
Delilah said to Samson, 'You've been making fun of me and lying to me this whole time. Tell me what could actually tie you up.' He answered, 'If you weave the seven braids of my hair into the fabric on your loom.'
This verse shows Delilah persistently trying to discover the secret of Samson's strength, while he continues to give her false answers but is getting dangerously close to the truth.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during the period when Israel was ruled by judges, and Samson was their strongest leader fighting against the Philistines. Delilah was likely a Philistine woman who had been bribed by Philistine rulers to discover the secret of Samson's supernatural strength. Ancient looms were large wooden frames where fabric was woven, making Samson's suggestion seem plausible as a way to restrain someone.
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