Judges 15:3
French (La Sainte Bible par Louis Segond 1910)
Samson leur dit: Cette fois je ne serai pas coupable envers les Philistins, si je leur fais du mal.
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, Samson is saying that he will be more blameless than the Philistines even as he causes them harm. He believes his actions are justified against his enemies.
Explained for Children
Imagine if you had a mean neighbor who was always being unfair to you. Samson felt like that, and he thought that hurting them a little would make things fair, even if it wasn't nice.
Historical Background
The book of Judges was likely compiled by various authors and later edited into its current form around the 5th century BCE. It was written for the Israelites to remind them of their history and the importance of following God's laws.
Living It Out Today
Today, we might face situations where we feel justified in retaliating against someone who has wronged us. However, this verse teaches us to consider the moral implications and seek peaceful resolutions first.
Topics
justicevengeancemoralityconflict resolutionforgivenessjudgment
Related Verses
Exodus 23:4-5Proverbs 25:21-22Romans 12:17-211 Peter 3:9Matthew 5:38-42
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Samson feel justified in causing harm?
Samson believes that the Philistines have wronged him and the Israelites, so he feels his actions are a form of retaliation and justice.
What can we learn from this verse about forgiveness?
While Samson feels justified, the verse reminds us to seek forgiveness and peaceful resolutions over retaliation and harm.
How does this verse fit into the broader context of Judges?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of Samson's struggles against the Philistines and his belief that he is acting on God's behalf.
What does it mean to be 'blameless' in this context?
Being 'blameless' here means Samson believes he is not at fault for his actions against the Philistines, even if they are harmful.