Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Samson answered her, “If anyone ties me with seven fresh bowstrings that have not been dried, I’ll become as weak as any other man.” New Living Translation Samson replied, “If I were tied up with seven new bowstrings that have not yet been dried, I would become as weak as anyone else.” English Standard Version Samson said to her, “If they bind me with seven fresh bowstrings that have not been dried, then I shall become weak and be like any other man.” Berean Standard Bible Samson told her, “If they tie me up with seven fresh bowstrings that have not been dried, I will become as weak as any other man.” King James Bible And Samson said unto her, If they bind me with seven green withs that were never dried, then shall I be weak, and be as another man. New King James Version And Samson said to her, “If they bind me with seven fresh bowstrings, not yet dried, then I shall become weak, and be like any other man.” New American Standard Bible And Samson said to her, “If they bind me with seven fresh animal tendons that have not been dried, then I will become weak and be like any other man.” NASB 1995 Samson said to her, “If they bind me with seven fresh cords that have not been dried, then I will become weak and be like any other man.” NASB 1977 And Samson said to her, “If they bind me with seven fresh cords that have not been dried, then I shall become weak and be like any other man.” Legacy Standard Bible Samson said to her, “If they bind me with seven fresh cords that have not been dried, then I will become weak and be like any other man.” Amplified Bible Samson said to her, “If they bind me with seven fresh cords (tendons) that have not been dried, then I will be weak and be like any [other] man.” Christian Standard Bible Samson told her, “If they tie me up with seven fresh bowstrings that have not been dried, I will become weak and be like any other man.” Holman Christian Standard Bible Samson told her, “If they tie me up with seven fresh bowstrings that have not been dried, I will become weak and be like any other man.” American Standard Version And Samson said unto her, If they bind me with seven green withes that were never dried, then shall I become weak, and be as another man. Contemporary English Version Samson answered, "If someone ties me up with seven new bowstrings that have never been dried, it will make me just as weak as anyone else." English Revised Version And Samson said unto her, If they bind me with seven green withes that were never dried, then shall I become weak, and be as another man. GOD'S WORD® Translation Samson told her, "If someone ties me up with seven new bowstrings that are not dried out, I will be like any other man." Good News Translation Samson answered, "If they tie me up with seven new bowstrings that are not dried out, I'll be as weak as anybody else." International Standard Version Samson replied, "If I'm tied up with seven green cords that have never been dried out, then I'll become weak and just like any other human being." Majority Standard Bible Samson told her, ?If they tie me up with seven fresh bowstrings that have not been dried, I will become as weak as any other man.? NET Bible Samson said to her, "If they tie me up with seven fresh bowstrings that have not been dried, I will become weak and be just like any other man." New Heart English Bible Samson said to her, "If they bind me with seven green cords that were never dried, then shall I become weak, and be as another man." Webster's Bible Translation And Samson said to her, If they bind me with seven green withs, that were never dried, then shall I be weak, and be as another man. World English Bible Samson said to her, “If they bind me with seven green cords that were never dried, then shall I become weak, and be as another man.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Samson says to her, “If they bind me with seven green cords which have not been dried, then I have been weak, and have been as one of mankind.” Young's Literal Translation And Samson saith unto her, 'If they bind me with seven green withs which have not been dried, then I have been weak, and have been as one of the human race.' Smith's Literal Translation And Samson will say to her, If they shall bind me with seven moist cords that were not dried, and I was weak and shall be as another man. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Samson answered her: If I shall be bound with seven cords made of sinews not yet dry, but still moist, I shall be weak like other men. Catholic Public Domain Version And Samson answered her, “If I will be bound with seven cords, made of sinews not yet dry, but still damp, I will be weak like other men.” New American Bible “If they bind me with seven fresh bowstrings that have not dried,” Samson answered her, “I shall grow weaker and be like anyone else.” New Revised Standard Version Samson said to her, “If they bind me with seven fresh bowstrings that are not dried out, then I shall become weak, and be like anyone else.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Samson said to her, If they bind me with seven fresh bowstrings that were never dried, then I shall become weak and be like any other man. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Samson said to her, “If they will bind me with seven green bow strings that have not been dried, I will be weakened, and it happens I am as one man” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Samson said unto her: 'If they bind me with seven fresh bowstrings that were never dried, then shall I become weak, and be as any other man.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And Sampson said to her, If they bind me with seven moist cords that have not been spoiled, then shall I be weak and be as one of ordinary men. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Samson and Delilah…6So Delilah said to Samson, “Please tell me the source of your great strength and how you can be tied up and subdued.” 7Samson told her, “If they tie me up with seven fresh bowstrings that have not been dried, I will become as weak as any other man.” 8So the lords of the Philistines brought her seven fresh bowstrings that had not been dried, and she tied him up with them.… Cross References Judges 14:6 and the Spirit of the LORD came powerfully upon him, and he tore the lion apart with his bare hands as one would tear a young goat. But he did not tell his father or mother what he had done. Judges 15:14 When Samson arrived in Lehi, the Philistines came out shouting against him. And the Spirit of the LORD came mightily upon him. The ropes on his arms became like burnt flax, and the bonds broke loose from his hands. Judges 13:5 For behold, you will conceive and give birth to a son. And no razor shall touch his head, because the boy will be a Nazirite to God from the womb, and he will begin the deliverance of Israel from the hand of the Philistines.” Judges 14:19 Then the Spirit of the LORD came mightily upon him, and he went down to Ashkelon, killed thirty of their men, took their apparel, and gave their clothes to those who had solved the riddle. And burning with anger, Samson returned to his father’s house, Judges 15:7-8 And Samson told them, “Because you have done this, I will not rest until I have taken vengeance upon you.” / And he struck them ruthlessly with a great slaughter, and then went down and stayed in the cave at the rock of Etam. Judges 15:15-16 He found the fresh jawbone of a donkey, reached out his hand and took it, and struck down a thousand men. / Then Samson said: “With the jawbone of a donkey I have piled them into heaps. With the jawbone of a donkey I have slain a thousand men.” Numbers 6:5 For the entire period of his vow of separation, no razor shall touch his head. He must be holy until the time of his separation to the LORD is complete; he must let the hair of his head grow long. Numbers 6:2-3 “Speak to the Israelites and tell them that if a man or woman makes a special vow, the vow of a Nazirite, to separate himself to the LORD, / he is to abstain from wine and strong drink. He must not drink vinegar made from wine or strong drink, and he must not drink any grape juice or eat fresh grapes or raisins. 1 Samuel 17:34-35 David replied, “Your servant has been tending his father’s sheep, and whenever a lion or a bear came and carried off a lamb from the flock, / I went after it, struck it down, and delivered the lamb from its mouth. If it reared up against me, I would grab it by its fur, strike it down, and kill it. 1 Samuel 17:50 Thus David prevailed over the Philistine with a sling and a stone; without a sword in his hand he struck down the Philistine and killed him. 1 Samuel 18:10 The next day a spirit of distress sent from God came upon Saul, and he prophesied inside the house while David played the harp as usual. Now Saul was holding a spear, 1 Samuel 19:9 But as Saul was sitting in his house with his spear in his hand, a spirit of distress from the LORD came upon him. While David was playing the harp, 1 Kings 19:8 So he got up and ate and drank. And strengthened by that food, he walked forty days and forty nights until he reached Horeb, the mountain of God. 2 Kings 1:8 “He was a hairy man,” they answered, “with a leather belt around his waist.” “It was Elijah the Tishbite,” said the king. Hebrews 11:32-34 And what more shall I say? Time will not allow me to tell of Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel, and the prophets, / who through faith conquered kingdoms, administered justice, and gained what was promised; who shut the mouths of lions, / quenched the raging fire, and escaped the edge of the sword; who gained strength from weakness, became mighty in battle, and put foreign armies to flight. Treasury of Scripture And Samson said to her, If they bind me with seven green thongs that were never dried, then shall I be weak, and be as another man. if they bind Judges 16:10 And Delilah said unto Samson, Behold, thou hast mocked me, and told me lies: now tell me, I pray thee, wherewith thou mightest be bound. 1 Samuel 19:17 And Saul said unto Michal, Why hast thou deceived me so, and sent away mine enemy, that he is escaped? And Michal answered Saul, He said unto me, Let me go; why should I kill thee? 1 Samuel 21:2,3 And David said unto Ahimelech the priest, The king hath commanded me a business, and hath said unto me, Let no man know any thing of the business whereabout I send thee, and what I have commanded thee: and I have appointed my servants to such and such a place… green withs, or new cords. Jump to Previous Bind Bow-Cords Bowstrings Cords Dried Dry Human I'll Knotted New Race Round Samson Seven Thongs Ties Weak Withes WithsJump to Next Bind Bow-Cords Bowstrings Cords Dried Dry Human I'll Knotted New Race Round Samson Seven Thongs Ties Weak Withes WithsJudges 16 1. Samson at Gaza escapes, and carries away the gates of the city4. Delilah corrupted by the Philistines, entices Samson 6. Thrice she is deceived 15. At last she overcomes him 21. The Philistines take him, and put out his eyes 22. His strength renewing, he pulls down the house upon the Philistines and dies Samson told her Samson's interaction with Delilah is a pivotal moment in his narrative. This phrase highlights the beginning of his downfall due to his vulnerability and trust in Delilah, a Philistine woman. The context of Samson's life shows a pattern of personal weaknesses, particularly in relationships with women, which ultimately lead to his capture. This interaction is a reflection of the broader theme of Israel's struggle with idolatry and unfaithfulness to God. If they tie me up with seven fresh bowstrings that have not been dried I will become as weak as any other man Persons / Places / Events 1. SamsonA judge of Israel known for his supernatural strength, which was a gift from God tied to his Nazirite vow. 2. Delilah A woman from the Valley of Sorek whom Samson loved. She was used by the Philistine rulers to discover the secret of Samson's strength. 3. Philistines The enemies of Israel during the time of the Judges, who sought to capture and subdue Samson. 4. Valley of Sorek The location where Delilah lived and where Samson frequently visited her. 5. Seven Fresh Bowstrings The deceptive method Samson first mentioned to Delilah as a way to weaken him, symbolizing incomplete or false strength. Teaching Points The Danger of CompromiseSamson's willingness to entertain Delilah's questions shows how small compromises can lead to significant downfalls. The Power of Deception Delilah's persistence and Samson's eventual succumbing highlight the destructive power of deceit and manipulation. The Importance of Spiritual Vigilance Samson's account reminds believers to remain vigilant in their spiritual commitments and to guard against complacency. God's Sovereignty and Grace Despite Samson's failures, God used him to fulfill His purposes, demonstrating that God's plans can prevail even through human weakness. The Consequences of Sin Samson's eventual capture and humiliation serve as a sobering reminder of the consequences of sin and disobedience.(7) Green withs.--The meaning of the words is uncertain. Probably the LXX. and the Vulg. are right in taking them to mean moist, i.e., fresh sinews (Psalm 11:2) (LAX., Neurais hugrais; Vulg., Nerviceis funibus necdum siccis et adhuc humentibus). Josephus says "vine shoots," but fresh vine shoots would be ridiculously inadequate. The number seven is used as the sacred number implying perfectness; and it is one of the signs that even thus early Samson is playing about on the confines of his secret. As another man.--Literally, as one man, i.e., as an ordinary man. Verse 7. - As another man - literally, as one of men, i.e. of mankind, not different from other men. As regards the word rendered withs, it is not certain whether strings of cat-gut are not meant In Psalm 11:2 the same word is used of a bow-string. The word rendered green means fresh or new, and might be equally applied to catgut strings or withs.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Samsonשִׁמְשׁ֔וֹן (šim·šō·wn) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8123: Samson -- a deliverer of Israel told her, וַיֹּ֤אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “If אִם־ (’im-) Conjunction Strong's 518: Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not they tie me up יַאַסְרֻ֗נִי (ya·’as·ru·nî) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural | first person common singular Strong's 631: To yoke, hitch, to fasten, to join battle with seven בְּשִׁבְעָ֛ה (bə·šiḇ·‘āh) Preposition-b | Number - masculine singular Strong's 7651: Seven, seven times, a week, an indefinite number fresh לַחִ֖ים (la·ḥîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 3892: Fresh, unused, undried bowstrings יְתָרִ֥ים (yə·ṯā·rîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3499: An overhanging, an excess, superiority, remainder, a small rope that אֲשֶׁ֣ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that have not לֹא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no been dried, חֹרָ֑בוּ (ḥō·rā·ḇū) Verb - Pual - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 2717: To parch, to desolate, destroy, kill I will become as weak וְחָלִ֥יתִי (wə·ḥā·lî·ṯî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular Strong's 2470: To be weak or sick as any כְּאַחַ֥ד (kə·’a·ḥaḏ) Preposition-k | Number - masculine singular construct Strong's 259: United, one, first other man.” הָאָדָֽם׃ (hā·’ā·ḏām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 120: Ruddy, a human being Links Judges 16:7 NIVJudges 16:7 NLT Judges 16:7 ESV Judges 16:7 NASB Judges 16:7 KJV Judges 16:7 BibleApps.com Judges 16:7 Biblia Paralela Judges 16:7 Chinese Bible Judges 16:7 French Bible Judges 16:7 Catholic Bible OT History: Judges 16:7 Samson said to her If they bind (Jd Judg. 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