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The High-Stakes Wager
Commentators note that the terms of Samson's riddle were a serious wager. He bet thirty sets of fine linen garments and festive clothing, a significant prize. The Philistines' quick acceptance, 'Put forth thy riddle, that we may hear it,' shows their confidence and formally establishes the high-stakes challenge that drives the following events.
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17th Century
Pastor
But if you cannot declare it to me
Explain the riddle in the space of time allowed:
then shall yo…
17th Century
Minister
Samson's riddle literally meant no more than that he had got honey, for food and for pleasure, from the lion, which in its strength and fury was re…