KJV ORIGINAL
And the angel of the LORD appeared unto the woman, and said unto her, Behold now, thou art barren, and bearest not: but thou shalt conceive, and bear a son.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
An angel of the LORD appeared to the woman and said to her, 'Look, you are unable to have children and have never given birth. But you will become pregnant and give birth to a son.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is announcing through His angel that a woman who couldn't have children will miraculously become pregnant and have a son.
📚 Historical Context
This announcement was made to Manoah's wife during Israel's oppression under the Philistines, when God had been silent for many years. The promised son would be Samson, who would become a judge to deliver Israel from their enemies. Barrenness was considered a great shame in ancient times, making God's promise especially meaningful.
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