Old Testament

Judges 15:19

The Clear Bible Translation matches the King James Version, written at a 10th-grade reading level in plain English

At a Glance

In this verse, we see a miraculous event where God provides water for Samson in a time of need.

Author: Traditionally attributed to Samuel
Written: Around 1050-1000 BC
Genre: Historical narrative
Original Audience: The Israelites living under the judges

CBTClear Bible Translation

But God split open a hollow place in the jaw, and water came out of it. When Samson drank, his spirit returned, and he revived. Therefore, he named it Enhakkore, which is in Lehi to this day.

KJVKing James Version

But God clave an hollow place that was in the jaw, and there came water thereout; and when he had drunk, his spirit came again, and he revived: wherefore he called the name thereof Enhakkore, which is in Lehi unto this day.

Verse Analysis

Plain-English insight for readers

In this verse, we see a miraculous event where God provides water for Samson in a time of need. After a fierce battle, Samson is exhausted and thirsty. God opens a hollow place in the jawbone of a donkey, allowing water to flow out. When Samson drinks, he regains his strength and vitality. This act of divine provision not only saves Samson but also leads him to name the location Enhakkore, which means 'the spring of the one who called.' This highlights God's care for His people, even in their most desperate moments. It serves as a reminder that God is attentive to our needs and can provide in unexpected ways, restoring our strength when we feel depleted. The naming of the place also signifies the importance of remembering God's faithfulness in our lives, encouraging us to acknowledge and share our experiences of His provision.

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How to apply Judges 15:19 to your life

When facing challenges and feeling drained, remember that God can provide for your needs in surprising ways. Trust in His ability to restore your strength and vitality. Take time to reflect on and acknowledge the moments when God has come through for you, just as Samson did.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick, clear answers about this verse

What does Judges 15:19 mean?

Judges 15:19 describes how God provided water for Samson from a hollow place in the jawbone of a donkey when he was exhausted and thirsty. This miraculous event restored his strength and highlighted God's care for His people in times of need.

What is the significance of the name Enhakkore in Judges 15:19?

Enhakkore means 'the spring of the one who called,' signifying Samson's acknowledgment of God's provision. Naming the place serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness and the importance of recognizing His help in our lives.

How does Judges 15:19 illustrate God's faithfulness?

Judges 15:19 illustrates God's faithfulness by showing that He meets Samson's needs in a miraculous way, even when he is at his lowest point. This act of provision reassures believers that God is attentive to their struggles.

What can we learn from Judges 15:19?

From Judges 15:19, we learn that God can provide for us in surprising ways, especially when we feel depleted. It encourages us to trust in His ability to restore our strength and to remember the moments of His provision.

Book Summary

The Book of Judges

Judges 1–2: Incomplete Conquest and the Cycle of Sin

After the death of Joshua, the tribes of Israel inquire of the Lord who should first go up to fight the remaining Canaanites. Judah is chosen and, with the help of the tribe of Simeon, achieves several victories, but fails to drive out the inhabitants of the coastal plain because they have iron chariots. The book then details the failures of the other tribes—Benjamin, Manasseh, Ephraim, Zebulun, Asher, and Naphtali—to completely dispossess the Canaanites from their allotted territories. Instead of driving them out, the Israelites put them to forced labor, allowing pagan influences to remain in the land. An angel of the Lord appears at Bochim and rebukes the people for breaking their covenant with God by making treaties with the inhabitants of the land. The people weep and offer sacrifices, but the pattern of disobedience is set.

A new generation arises that does not know the Lord or the works He has done for Israel. This generation forsakes the God of their fathers, turning to worship the Baals and Ashtaroth of the surrounding peoples. This apostasy provokes the Lord's anger, and He hands them over to their enemies, who oppress them. When the Israelites cry out to the Lord in their misery, He raises up judges—deliverers who save them from their oppressors. However, as soon as a judge dies, the people relapse into even greater corruption, returning to their idolatrous ways. This establishes the book's central, recurring cycle: sin, oppression, repentance, and deliverance, followed by a period of rest, and then a return to sin. Judges 3: Othniel, Ehud, and Shamgar The first cycle of judgment begins as the Israelites do evil in the sight of the Lord and worship idols. God's anger burns against them, and He sells them into the hands of Cushan-Rishathaim, king of Mesopotamia, whom they serve for eight years. When the people cry out to the Lord, He raises up Othniel, the younger brother of Caleb, as their deliverer. The Spirit of the Lord comes upon him, and he leads Israel to victory, defeating the Mesopotamian king. The land has peace for forty years until Othniel's death. After Othniel dies, the Israelites again do evil, and God strengthens Eglon, the king of Moab, against them. Eglon, allied with the Ammonites and Amalekites, defeats Israel and captures the city of palms, Jericho. The Israelites are subject to Moab for eighteen years. When they cry out for help, God raises up Ehud, a left-handed man from the tribe of Benjamin. While delivering Israel's tribute, Ehud uses his left-handedness to his advantage, concealing a dagger on his right thigh. In a private audience with the obese King Eglon, he claims to have a secret message from God and stabs the king in the belly. Ehud escapes, rallies the Israelite forces, and leads them to a decisive victory over the Moabites, killing about 10,000 of their soldiers. The land enjoys peace for eighty years. After Ehud, Shamgar son of Anath is mentioned, who strikes down 600 Philistines with an oxgoad, also saving Israel.

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