Albert Barnes Commentary Judges 16:28

Albert Barnes Commentary

Judges 16:28

1798–1870
Presbyterian
Albert Barnes
Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes Commentary

Judges 16:28

1798–1870
Presbyterian
SCRIPTURE

"And Samson called unto Jehovah, and said, O Lord Jehovah, remember me, I pray thee, and strengthen me, I pray thee, only this once, O God, that I may be at once avenged of the Philistines for my two eyes." — Judges 16:28 (ASV)

At once avenged - “ that is, with one final revenge.” These words do not breathe the spirit of the Gospel, but they express a sentiment, natural to the age, knowledge, and character of Samson.