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The Initiative of Reconciliation
Commentators note that after his anger had cooled, Samson took the initiative to restore his relationship with his wife. He brought a customary and valuable gift—a kid—to make peace. This act is seen as a model of humility, highlighting the wisdom in being willing to forgive and seek reconciliation, especially in family disputes.
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Albert Barnes
On Judges 15:1
18th Century
Theologian
Visited his wife with a kid – A common present (Luke 15:29). From Samson’s wife being still in her father’s house, it would seem…
Charles Ellicott
On Judges 15:1
19th Century
Bishop
A while later. —After days (Judges 11:4; Judges 14:8).
During the wheat harvest.
John Gill
On Judges 15:1
17th Century
Pastor
But it came to pass within a while after
Or "after days", a year after, the same phrase as in ([Reference Judges 14:…
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Matthew Henry
On Judges 15:1–8
17th Century
Minister
When there are differences between relatives, let those be considered the wisest and best who are most ready to forgive or forget, and most willing…