Key Figures — Judges 13

4 figures

1. Manoah

   Father of Samson, a judge of Israel.

   Manoah is the husband of the woman who receives the prophecy of Samson's birth. He seeks to understand God's instructions for raising their son.

   Related passages

   • Judges Chapter 14 (Manoah's involvement in Samson's marriage)
   • Judges Chapter 16 (Samson's life and death)

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2. Manoah's Wife

   Mother of Samson, receives the prophecy of his birth.

   She is visited by the Angel of the Lord and is given specific instructions about the Nazirite vow for her son, Samson.

   Related passages

   • Judges Chapter 14 (Samson's early life)
   • Numbers Chapter 6 (Nazirite vow)

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3. The Angel of the Lord

   Messenger of God delivering the prophecy of Samson's birth.

   The Angel of the Lord appears to Manoah's wife, announcing the birth of Samson and instructing her on how to raise him as a Nazirite.

   Related passages

   • Genesis Chapter 16 (The Angel of the Lord appears to Hagar)
   • Exodus Chapter 3 (The Angel of the Lord in the burning bush)

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4. Samson

   Future judge of Israel, known for his strength.

   Though not yet born in this chapter, Samson is the promised child who will begin to deliver Israel from the Philistines.

   Related passages

   • Judges Chapter 14-16 (Samson's exploits and leadership)
   • Hebrews Chapter 11 (Samson's faith commended)

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