Judg 13:12-13 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Judg 13:12-13: 13:12-13 In light of 13:4-5 , Manoah’s question may seem redundant, but from 13:8 it is apparent that Manoah felt a keen personal responsibility for raising such a child. The angel responded graciously, but again stressed the wife’s responsibility, which explains why it was she, not Manoah, who was first approached.

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‏ Judges 13:12-13

Summary for Judg 13:12-13: 13:12-13 ^a In light of 13:4-5 ^b, Manoah’s question may seem redundant, but from 13:8 ^c it is apparent that Manoah felt a keen personal responsibility for raising such a child. The angel responded graciously, but again stressed the wife’s responsibility, which explains why it was she, not Manoah, who was first approached.