Judges 15:18
Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)
What Does This Mean?
Samson, the Israelite judge, is very thirsty after fighting the Philistines. He calls out to God, thanking Him for giving him a great victory but fearing he will die of thirst before the Philistines can capture him.
Explained for Children
Imagine you just won a big game of tag with all your friends, but then you get so thirsty you can't go home to get water. You might pray to God like Samson did, saying thank you for winning but worried you might pass out before you can get a drink.
Historical Background
The Book of Judges was written by various authors, possibly Samuel, around 1050-950 BCE. It was intended for the Israelites to understand God's involvement in their lives and the consequences of their actions. The story takes place during a time when Israel was governed by judges and often faced conflicts with neighboring peoples.
Living It Out Today
A modern scenario could be a firefighter who just saved several lives from a burning building but then realizes they are out of air in their tank. They might feel like Samson, grateful for the rescue but fearing a dire outcome due to their own needs.