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Manoah

Manoah Father of Samson

Old Testamentc. 1090 BC View journey on map

About Manoah

Manoah was a Danite from Zorah and the father of Samson. The angel of the Lord appeared to his wife announcing Samson's birth. Manoah prayed to see the angel again and was given instructions for raising Samson as a Nazirite. He buried Samson after his death.

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Manoah's Character Traits

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Manoah's Life Timeline

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  1. Angel's Announcementc. 1090 BC

    The angel of the Lord appears to Manoah's wife, promising a son.

    JDG 13:2-5

  2. Manoah's Prayerc. 1090 BC

    Manoah prays for the angel to return and instruct them.

    JDG 13:8

  3. Second Visitationc. 1090 BC

    The angel returns; Manoah offers sacrifice and sees the angel ascend.

    JDG 13:9-21

  4. Samson's Birthc. 1089 BC

    Samson is born to Manoah and his wife.

    JDG 13:24

  5. Samson's Marriagec. 1070 BC

    Manoah reluctantly accompanies Samson to seek a Philistine wife.

    JDG 14:1-5

Who is linked to Manoah

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Manoah's Key Relationships

Samson
SamsonFamily

Father - Manoah raised Samson as a Nazirite.

Spiritual Lessons from Manoah

Seeking God's Guidance

When Manoah's wife received the angelic message, Manoah prayed for confirmation and instruction. He wanted to know how to raise this special child. Godly parents seek God's wisdom for raising their children.

Key Verses about Manoah

Judges 13:2-24Judges 16:31

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