Samson
Judge of Israel and deliverer from the Philistines.
Samson, driven by personal vengeance and empowered by the Spirit of the Lord, defeats the Philistines using unconventional means, including the jawbone of a donkey.
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Key Figures — Judges 15
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Philistines
Oppressors of Israel during the time of Samson.
The Philistines sought to capture and subdue Samson due to his acts of vengeance against them, which included burning their crops and defeating their men.
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Israelites who sought to hand Samson over to the Philistines.
The men of Judah, fearing Philistine retaliation, bound Samson to deliver him to the Philistines, highlighting the internal strife and fear within Israel.
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