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Delilah The Woman who Betrayed Samson
About Delilah
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.
Events in the life of Delilah
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Delilah's Character Traits
Delilah's Life Timeline
First Three Attemptsc. 1070 BC
Delilah tries three times to learn Samson's secret; he gives false answers.
JDG 16:6-14Betrayalc. 1070 BC
Delilah lulls Samson to sleep, has his hair cut, and hands him to the Philistines.
JDG 16:18-21
Who is linked to Delilah
Delilah's Key Relationships
Spiritual Lessons from Delilah
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.
Key Verses about Delilah
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