Sampson

[Tom Tighe]

Sampson is famous for his strength and his bad marriage. He was a Nazirite from birth.

I couldn't find much about Nazirites, but for most people it was a limited time commitment. They would typically pledge themselves to God for a year or so and in that time they couldn't drink wine (or have any grape product) nor cut their hair as a sign or reminder of their commitment. I think this is similar to what we do when we give something up for Lent, but on a bigger scale.

From what we are told, Sampson doesn't seem like a fun guy to hang out with. He is a little arrogant, vengeful, and violent, but he was faithful and just what God wanted.

[Tom Tighe]

It was obvious that Delilah was not an ally to Sampson, why did he give in and tell her his secret? Only God knows. What do you think?