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He said to her, If they only bind me with new ropes with which no work has been done, then shall I become weak, and be as another man.
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A Hint of Consecration
Scholars explain that the Hebrew for 'never were occupied' means 'unused' or 'new.' One commentator suggests this choice of words is significant, as Samson subconsciously or deliberately hints at the true source of his power: his consecration. Just as the ropes must be new and set apart, Samson's strength comes from his own status as a Nazirite, set apart for God.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Occupied - The margin, “wherewith work hath not been done,” is better.
19th Century
Anglican
New ropes. —As in Judges 15:13.
That never were occupied. —“Occupied” is an old word for “used.” …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And he said to herAbarbinel presents Samson replying to her, that he had told her the truth at first, only forgot on…
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