Samson

Samson was one of the judges of Israel, known for his extraordinary physical strength. His story is found in Judges 13-16.

Born to parents who had been barren, Samson was dedicated to God as a Nazirite from birth. His uncut hair was the symbol of his vow and the source of his supernatural strength.

Despite his incredible power, Samson struggled with personal weaknesses, particularly his attraction to Philistine women, which ultimately led to his downfall and death.

• •Killed a lion with his bare hands
• •Posed a riddle at his wedding feast
• •Killed 1,000 Philistines with a donkey's jawbone
• •Carried the gates of Gaza on his shoulders
• •Betrayed by Delilah who cut his hair
• •Blinded and imprisoned by the Philistines
• •Destroyed the temple of Dagon in his final act