Judges 15:4

"Samson said to them, “This time I will be blameless in the case of the Philistines when I harm them.”"

Key Reflection

Samson's declaration reflects his desire to act justly against the Philistines for their earlier humiliation; however, it overlooks the divine purpose behind his actions, highlighting the tension between personal justice and God's sovereign plans. This moment sets the stage for Samson’s ultimate triumph over the Philistines through God's power, not his own.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Foxes -Rather, “jackals,” which are still very common in Palestine, especially about Joppa and Gaza.1 Samuel 13:17andJoshua 15:28;Joshua 19:3, are indications of the abundance of foxes or jackals giving names to places, especially in the country of the Phililstines. It belongs to Samson’s character, and agrees with the incident about the lion, that he should be an expert hunter.

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