Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version A certain man of Zorah, named Manoah, from the clan of the Danites, had a wife who was childless, unable to give birth. New Living Translation In those days a man named Manoah from the tribe of Dan lived in the town of Zorah. His wife was unable to become pregnant, and they had no children. English Standard Version There was a certain man of Zorah, of the tribe of the Danites, whose name was Manoah. And his wife was barren and had no children. Berean Standard Bible Now there was a man from Zorah named Manoah, from the clan of the Danites, whose wife was barren and had no children. King James Bible And there was a certain man of Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife was barren, and bare not. New King James Version Now there was a certain man from Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife was barren and had no children. New American Standard Bible And there was a man of Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife was infertile and had not given birth to any children. NASB 1995 There was a certain man of Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife was barren and had borne no children. NASB 1977 And there was a certain man of Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife was barren and had borne no children. Legacy Standard Bible And there was a certain man of Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife was barren and had borne no children. Amplified Bible And there was a certain man of Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife was infertile and had no children. Christian Standard Bible There was a certain man from Zorah, from the family of Dan, whose name was Manoah; his wife was unable to conceive and had no children. Holman Christian Standard Bible There was a certain man from Zorah, from the family of Dan, whose name was Manoah; his wife was unable to conceive and had no children. American Standard Version And there was a certain man of Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife was barren, and bare not. Contemporary English Version Manoah from the tribe of Dan lived in the town of Zorah. His wife was not able to have children, English Revised Version And there was a certain man of Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife was barren, and bare not. GOD'S WORD® Translation There was a man from Zorah named Manoah. Manoah was from the family of Dan. His wife was not able to have children. Good News Translation At that time there was a man named Manoah from the town of Zorah. He was a member of the tribe of Dan. His wife had never been able to have children. International Standard Version There was one man from Zorah, from the family of the descendants of Dan, whose name was Manoah. Since his wife was infertile, she hadn't borne children. Majority Standard Bible Now there was a man from Zorah named Manoah, from the clan of the Danites, whose wife was barren and had no children. NET Bible There was a man named Manoah from Zorah, from the Danite tribe. His wife was infertile and childless. New Heart English Bible There was a certain man of Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife was barren, and did not bear. Webster's Bible Translation And there was a certain man of Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife was barren, and bore not. World English Bible There was a certain man of Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife was barren, and childless. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd there is a certain man of Zorah, of the family of the Danite, and his name [is] Manoah, his wife [is] barren, and has not borne; Young's Literal Translation And there is a certain man of Zorah, of the family of the Danite, and his name is Manoah, his wife is barren, and hath not borne; Smith's Literal Translation And there will be one man from Zorah from the families of the Danites, and his name Manoah; and his wife sterile, and she bare not. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleNow there was a certain man of Saraa, and of the race of Dan, whose name was Manue, and his wife was barren. Catholic Public Domain Version Now there was a certain man from Zorah, and of the stock of Dan, whose name was Manoah, having a barren wife. New American Bible There was a certain man from Zorah, of the clan of the Danites, whose name was Manoah. His wife was barren and had borne no children. New Revised Standard Version There was a certain man of Zorah, of the tribe of the Danites, whose name was Manoah. His wife was barren, having borne no children. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd there was a certain man of Zedah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife was barren, and never had children. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And there was one man from Tsada, from the tribe of Dan, and his name was MeNoah, and his wife was a barren woman and had not borne a child OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And there was a certain man of Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife was barren, and bore not. Brenton Septuagint Translation And there was a man of Saraa, of the family of the kindred of Dan, and his name was Manoe, and his wife was barren, and bore not. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Birth of Samson1Again the Israelites did evil in the sight of the LORD, so He delivered them into the hand of the Philistines for forty years. 2Now there was a man from Zorah named Manoah, from the clan of the Danites, whose wife was barren and had no children. 3The angel of the LORD appeared to the woman and said to her, “It is true that you are barren and have no children; but you will conceive and give birth to a son.… Cross References Genesis 18:11-14 And Abraham and Sarah were already old and well along in years; Sarah had passed the age of childbearing. / So she laughed to herself, saying, “After I am worn out and my master is old, will I now have this pleasure?” / And the LORD asked Abraham, “Why did Sarah laugh and say, ‘Can I really bear a child when I am old?’ ... 1 Samuel 1:2-20 He had two wives, one named Hannah and the other Peninnah. And Peninnah had children, but Hannah had none. / Year after year Elkanah would go up from his city to worship and sacrifice to the LORD of Hosts at Shiloh, where Eli’s two sons, Hophni and Phinehas, were priests to the LORD. / And whenever the day came for Elkanah to present his sacrifice, he would give portions to his wife Peninnah and to all her sons and daughters. ... Luke 1:7-13 But they had no children, because Elizabeth was barren, and they were both well along in years. / One day while Zechariah’s division was on duty and he was serving as priest before God, / he was chosen by lot, according to the custom of the priesthood, to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense. ... Genesis 25:21 Later, Isaac prayed to the LORD on behalf of his wife, because she was barren. And the LORD heard his prayer, and his wife Rebekah conceived. Genesis 30:1-2 When Rachel saw that she was not bearing any children for Jacob, she envied her sister. “Give me children, or I will die!” she said to Jacob. / Jacob became angry with Rachel and said, “Am I in the place of God, who has withheld children from you?” 2 Kings 4:14-17 So he asked, “Then what should be done for her?” “Well, she has no son,” Gehazi replied, “and her husband is old.” / “Call her,” said Elisha. So Gehazi called her, and she stood in the doorway. / And Elisha declared, “At this time next year, you will hold a son in your arms.” “No, my lord,” she said. “Do not lie to your maidservant, O man of God.” ... Luke 1:36-37 Look, even Elizabeth your relative has conceived a son in her old age, and she who was called barren is in her sixth month. / For no word from God will ever fail.” Genesis 16:1-2 Now Abram’s wife Sarai had borne him no children, but she had an Egyptian maidservant named Hagar. / So Sarai said to Abram, “Look now, the LORD has prevented me from bearing children. Please go to my maidservant; perhaps I can build a family by her.” And Abram listened to the voice of Sarai. Genesis 21:1-2 Now the LORD attended to Sarah as He had said, and the LORD did for Sarah what He had promised. / So Sarah conceived and bore a son to Abraham in his old age, at the very time God had promised. Romans 4:19-21 Without weakening in his faith, he acknowledged the decrepitness of his body (since he was about a hundred years old) and the lifelessness of Sarah’s womb. / Yet he did not waver through disbelief in the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, / being fully persuaded that God was able to do what He had promised. Hebrews 11:11 By faith Sarah, even though she was barren and beyond the proper age, was enabled to conceive a child, because she considered Him faithful who had promised. Isaiah 54:1 “Shout for joy, O barren woman, who bears no children; break forth in song and cry aloud, you who have never travailed; because more are the children of the desolate woman than of her who has a husband,” says the LORD. Psalm 113:9 He settles the barren woman in her home as a joyful mother to her children. Hallelujah! Galatians 4:27 For it is written: “Rejoice, O barren woman, who bears no children; break forth and cry aloud, you who have never travailed; because more are the children of the desolate woman than of her who has a husband.” Matthew 1:20-21 But after he had pondered these things, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to embrace Mary as your wife, for the One conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. / She will give birth to a Son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins.” Treasury of Scripture And there was a certain man of Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife was barren, and bore not. Zorah. Joshua 15:33 And in the valley, Eshtaol, and Zoreah, and Ashnah, Joshua 19:41 And the coast of their inheritance was Zorah, and Eshtaol, and Irshemesh, barren Genesis 16:1 Now Sarai Abram's wife bare him no children: and she had an handmaid, an Egyptian, whose name was Hagar. Genesis 25:21 And Isaac intreated the LORD for his wife, because she was barren: and the LORD was intreated of him, and Rebekah his wife conceived. 1 Samuel 1:2-6 And he had two wives; the name of the one was Hannah, and the name of the other Peninnah: and Peninnah had children, but Hannah had no children… Jump to Previous Bare Barren Bear Birth Bore Borne Child Childless Children Clan Danite Danites Manoah Mano'ah Sterile Tribe Wife ZorahJump to Next Bare Barren Bear Birth Bore Borne Child Childless Children Clan Danite Danites Manoah Mano'ah Sterile Tribe Wife ZorahJudges 13 1. Israel is delivered into the hands of Philistines2. An angel appears to Manoah's wife 8. The angel appears to Manoah 15. Manoah's sacrifices, whereby the angel is discovered. 24. Samson is born Now there was a man from Zorah Zorah was a town located in the territory of the tribe of Dan, near the border of Judah. It is situated in the Shephelah, a region of low hills in Israel. This geographical location is significant as it places the narrative within the context of the tribal allotments described in Joshua 19:40-48. Zorah's proximity to Philistine territory is also relevant, as the Philistines were oppressors of Israel during this period (Judges 13:1). named Manoah from the clan of the Danites whose wife was barren and had no children Persons / Places / Events 1. ManoahA man from the tribe of Dan, living in Zorah. He is the father of Samson, a significant figure in Israel's history. 2. Zorah A town in the territory of Dan, located in the Shephelah region of ancient Israel. It is significant as the birthplace of Samson. 3. The Danites One of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Dan, the son of Jacob and Bilhah. The tribe is known for its struggles to secure a permanent inheritance in the Promised Land. 4. Manoah's Wife Although unnamed in the text, she plays a crucial role as the mother of Samson. Her barrenness is a central theme, highlighting God's intervention. 5. Barrenness A condition of being unable to bear children, often seen in the Bible as a significant challenge that God can overcome to fulfill His purposes. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in Human WeaknessGod often chooses to work through human weakness and limitations, such as barrenness, to demonstrate His power and fulfill His purposes. Faith in God's Promises The account encourages believers to trust in God's promises, even when circumstances seem impossible, as God is faithful to fulfill His word. The Role of Prayer and Patience The accounts of barren women in the Bible often involve prayer and waiting on God, teaching us the importance of persistent prayer and patience in our spiritual journey. God's Purpose in Our Lives Just as God had a specific purpose for Samson, He has a unique plan for each of us, which may involve unexpected paths and challenges. Community and Support The account highlights the importance of community and support within the family of faith, as seen in the shared struggles and triumphs of biblical families.(2) There was a certain man. . . .--The narrative of the birth of Samuel (1Samuel 1:1) is similarly introduced. Zoran.--The name means "place of hornets." In Joshua 15:33 it is mentioned with Eshtaol among the towns north-east of the Shephelah, and it belonged to Dan (Joshua 19:41). Robinson identifies it with Surah, fourteen miles from Jerusalem, seven miles south of Yalo, west of Kirjath-jearim. It is mentioned again in 1Chronicles 11:10; Nehemiah 11:29. Its conical hill and abundant fountain made it a strong and convenient place. . . . Verse 2. - Zorah. Enumerated among the cities in the tribe of Dan in Joshua 19:41, but ascribed to Judah, ibid. 15:33 (there transliterated Zoreah) and in 2 Chronicles 11:10. Probably the boundary passed through the city, as that of Judah and Benjamin did through Jerusalem. In Nehemiah 11:29 it is transliterated Zareah, and also ascribed to Judah. It is almost always coupled with Eshtaol, as in ver. 25 of this chapter. It was situated in the Shephelah, or plain country, and was fortified by Rehoboam (2 Chronicles 11:10). It is supposed to be represented by the modern Surah, at the entrance of the Wady Ghurab. The family of the Danites. It appears from Numbers 26:42, 43 that there was only one family in the tribe of Dan, so that in this case tribe and family were co-extensive.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Now there wasוַיְהִי֩ (way·hî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be a אֶחָ֧ד (’e·ḥāḏ) Number - masculine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first man אִ֨ישׁ (’îš) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person from Zorah מִצָּרְעָ֛ה (miṣ·ṣā·rə·‘āh) Preposition-m | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 6881: Zorah -- a city exchanged by Judah and Dan named וּשְׁמ֣וֹ (ū·šə·mōw) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 8034: A name Manoah, מָנ֑וֹחַ (mā·nō·w·aḥ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4495: Manoah -- father of Samson from the clan מִמִּשְׁפַּ֥חַת (mim·miš·pa·ḥaṯ) Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 4940: A family, circle of relatives, a class, a species, sort, a tribe, people of the Danites, הַדָּנִ֖י (had·dā·nî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1839: Danites -- descendant of Dan whose wife [was] וְאִשְׁתּ֥וֹ (wə·’iš·tōw) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female barren עֲקָרָ֖ה (‘ă·qā·rāh) Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 6135: Sterile and had no וְלֹ֥א (wə·lō) Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no children. יָלָֽדָה׃ (yā·lā·ḏāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage Links Judges 13:2 NIVJudges 13:2 NLT Judges 13:2 ESV Judges 13:2 NASB Judges 13:2 KJV Judges 13:2 BibleApps.com Judges 13:2 Biblia Paralela Judges 13:2 Chinese Bible Judges 13:2 French Bible Judges 13:2 Catholic Bible OT History: Judges 13:2 There was a certain man of Zorah (Jd Judg. 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