Judges 14 · Grade 3
A Riddle at the Feast
Read the Story
Samson saw a Philistine woman in Timnah and wanted to marry her. His parents asked why he would not choose a wife from his own people. Samson said, Get her for me, for she pleases me well.
In the vineyards of Timnah, a young lion roared at him. Yahweh's Spirit came mightily on him, and he tore it with his bare hands. Later, he found a swarm of bees and honey in its body. He ate some and gave some to his parents, but he did not tell them where it came from.
At the feast Samson told thirty companions a riddle: Out of the eater came out food. Out of the strong came out sweetness. If they could answer, he would give them thirty linen garments. They pressured his wife, and she wept seven days until he told her. Then Samson angrily fought Philistines to pay what he owed.
Memory Verse
“He said to them, “Out of the eater came out food. Out of the strong came out sweetness.” They couldn’t in three days declare the riddle.”
Judges 14:14 (WEB)
Answer the Questions
Why did Samson want the woman?
Where did the lion roar at him?
What did Samson not tell his parents?
What would Samson give if they answered?
How long did his wife weep?
The Lion and the Honey
Write what happened in each box.
Prayer
Dear God, thank You for bringing good out of hard things. Help me . Amen.
Take It Home
For families: talk about these together.
- Why is it wise to keep your promises small and careful?
- How did God use Samson's strength?
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