Delilah
The Woman who Betrayed Samson
Delilah was a woman from the Valley of Sorek whom Samson loved. Bribed by the Philistine lords, she persistently pressed Samson until he revealed that his strength came from his uncut hair. She then betrayed him, leading to his capture, blinding, and imprisonment.
Character Traits
Life Timeline
Philistine lords offer Delilah 1,100 pieces of silver each to discover Samson's secret.
JDG 16:5Delilah tries three times to learn Samson's secret; he gives false answers.
JDG 16:6-14Delilah lulls Samson to sleep, has his hair cut, and hands him to the Philistines.
JDG 16:18-21Key Relationships
Spiritual Lessons
Dangerous Relationships
Delilah represents the danger of intimate relationships with those who don't share our faith or values. She used love as a weapon for personal gain. Samson's downfall came through compromised relationships. We must guard our hearts.