Judg 15:1 | MHM | STEP | Samson's Firebrands This section describes how Samson’s conflict with the Philistines became even more intense. After being betrayed and wronged by his wife’s family, Samson takes action against the Philistines. God uses these difficult events to weaken Israel’s enemies and to show that those who do wrong will eventually face judgment. Samson’s story also teaches the value of forgiveness, the danger of revenge, and the importance of trusting God’s justice. v. 1–2 : After some time, Samson returned to visit his wife, bringing a small gift to show he wanted to make peace (Judges 15:1 ). However, her father refused to let Samson see her because he had already given her to another man. The father tried to excuse himself by saying he thought Samson hated her, and then offered Samson her younger sister as a replacement. Samson rejected the offer, knowing it was wrong to marry sisters at the same time (Leviticus 18:18 ).

‏ Judges 15:1

Samson's Firebrands

This section describes how Samson’s conflict with the Philistines became even more intense. After being betrayed and wronged by his wife’s family, Samson takes action against the Philistines. God uses these difficult events to weaken Israel’s enemies and to show that those who do wrong will eventually face judgment. Samson’s story also teaches the value of forgiveness, the danger of revenge, and the importance of trusting God’s justice.

v. 1–2: After some time, Samson returned to visit his wife, bringing a small gift to show he wanted to make peace (Judges 15:1 ^a). However, her father refused to let Samson see her because he had already given her to another man. The father tried to excuse himself by saying he thought Samson hated her, and then offered Samson her younger sister as a replacement. Samson rejected the offer, knowing it was wrong to marry sisters at the same time (Leviticus 18:18 ^b).