And Manoah said unto the angel of the LORD, What is thy name, that when thy sayings come to pass we may do thee honour?
And Manoah said to the angel of the LORD, 'What is your name, so that when your words come true we can honor you?'
Manoah is asking the angel for his name so he can properly honor him when the promised miracle happens.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Judges, which describes the chaotic period of Israel's history after entering the Promised Land, an angel of the LORD appears to Manoah's barren wife, announcing that she will give birth to a son named Samson who will begin to deliver Israel from Philistine oppression. Manoah, upon encountering the angel himself, asks for his name out of respect and a desire to honor him when the angel's prophecies are fulfilled, reflecting the ancient Israelite custom of showing reverence to divine messengers. This event occurs during a time of spiritual and moral decline in Israel, emphasizing God's initiative to raise up judges for deliverance.
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