Judges 15:17

Arabic Simplified (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَلَمَّا أنهَى كَلَامَهُ، رَمَى بِالفَكِّ بَعِيدًا. وَسُمِّيَ ذَلِكَ المَكَانُ رَمَتَ لَحْيٍ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes Samson throwing away the jawbone he used as a weapon after defeating his enemies. He then names the place where he threw it 'Ramathlehi', which means 'hill of the jawbone'.

Explained for Children

Imagine you just won a big game with a special toy. After the game, you throw the toy away and name the spot where you threw it as 'Toy Hill'. That's what Samson did after winning his big fight.

Historical Background

The Book of Judges was written by various authors, including Samuel, and compiled around the 6th century BC. This verse describes an event in the life of Samson, one of the Judges of Israel, who fought against the Philistines. The cultural setting was one of conflict between Israelites and their oppressors.

Living It Out Today

Imagine you've just faced a tough challenge at work or school. After you've overcome it, you might feel like letting go of the 'tools' that helped you, much like Samson did with the jawbone. It's a moment to reflect and name your success.

Topics

• faith
• victory
• judgment
• strength
• battle
• perseverance

Related Verses

• 1 Samuel 17:49
• Joshua 8:28
• 1 Corinthians 9:24
• Hebrews 11:32
• Judges 7:20

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Samson name the place Ramathlehi?

Samson named the place 'Ramathlehi' (hill of the jawbone) to commemorate his victory using the jawbone of a donkey as a weapon. This name serves as a historical marker of his feat.

What does this verse teach us about victory?

This verse teaches us that victory often comes after using the tools we have at hand, even if they seem unlikely, and it's important to remember and celebrate our victories.

How does this verse relate to the theme of strength?

This verse is an example of Samson's extraordinary strength and how God gave him the power to defeat his enemies with unexpected means, highlighting the theme of divine strength.

What can we learn about Samson from this verse?

From this verse, we learn that Samson was not only strong but also symbolic in his actions, using the naming of places to mark significant events in his life.