Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version If you can’t tell me the answer, you must give me thirty linen garments and thirty sets of clothes.” “Tell us your riddle,” they said. “Let’s hear it.” New Living Translation But if you can’t solve it, then you must give me thirty fine linen robes and thirty sets of festive clothing.” “All right,” they agreed, “let’s hear your riddle.” English Standard Version but if you cannot tell me what it is, then you shall give me thirty linen garments and thirty changes of clothes.” And they said to him, “Put your riddle, that we may hear it.” Berean Standard Bible But if you cannot solve it, you must give me thirty linen garments and thirty sets of clothes.” “Tell us your riddle,” they replied. “Let us hear it.” King James Bible But if ye cannot declare it me, then shall ye give me thirty sheets and thirty change of garments. And they said unto him, Put forth thy riddle, that we may hear it. New King James Version But if you cannot explain it to me, then you shall give me thirty linen garments and thirty changes of clothing.” And they said to him, “Pose your riddle, that we may hear it.” New American Standard Bible But if you are unable to tell me, then you shall give me thirty linen wraps and thirty outfits of clothes.” And they said to him, “Propose your riddle, so that we may hear it.” NASB 1995 “But if you are unable to tell me, then you shall give me thirty linen wraps and thirty changes of clothes.” And they said to him, “Propound your riddle, that we may hear it.” NASB 1977 “But if you are unable to tell me, then you shall give me thirty linen wraps and thirty changes of clothes.” And they said to him, “Propound your riddle, that we may hear it.” Legacy Standard Bible But if you are unable to tell me, then you shall give me thirty linen wraps and thirty changes of clothes.” And they said to him, “Propound your riddle, that we may hear it.” Amplified Bible But if you are unable to tell me [the answer], then you shall give me thirty linen tunics (undergarments) and thirty changes of [outer] clothing.” And they said to him, “Ask your riddle, so that we may hear it.” Christian Standard Bible But if you can’t explain it to me, you must give me thirty linen garments and thirty changes of clothes.” “Tell us your riddle,” they replied. “Let’s hear it.” Holman Christian Standard Bible But if you can’t explain it to me, you must give me 30 linen garments and 30 changes of clothes."” Tell us your riddle,” they replied. “Let’s hear it.” American Standard Version but if ye cannot declare it unto me, then shall ye give me thirty linen garments and thirty changes of raiment. And they said unto him, Put forth thy riddle, that we may hear it. Contemporary English Version But if you can't tell me the answer, then each of you will have to give me a shirt and a full change of clothing." "It's a bet!" the Philistines said. "Tell us the riddle." English Revised Version but if ye cannot declare it me, then shall ye give me thirty linen garments and thirty changes of raiment. And they said unto him, Put forth thy riddle, that we may hear it. GOD'S WORD® Translation But if you can't solve it, you will give me the same things." They responded, "Tell us your riddle! Let's hear it!" International Standard Version But if you don't solve it, then you'll give me 30 linen garments and 30 formal garments." "Tell us your riddle and we'll solve it," they responded. Majority Standard Bible But if you cannot solve it, you must give me thirty linen garments and thirty sets of clothes.? ?Tell us your riddle,? they replied. ?Let us hear it.? NET Bible But if you cannot solve it, you will give me thirty linen robes and thirty sets of clothes." They said to him, "Let us hear your riddle." New Heart English Bible But if you can't explain it to me, then you shall give me thirty linen garments and thirty changes of clothing." And they said to him, "Propose your riddle, we want to hear it." Webster's Bible Translation But if ye cannot declare it to me, then shall ye give me thirty sheets and thirty change of garments. And they said to him, propose thy riddle, that we may hear it. World English Bible but if you can’t tell me the answer, then you shall give me thirty linen garments and thirty changes of clothing.” They said to him, “Tell us your riddle, that we may hear it.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand if you are not able to declare [it] to me, then you have given thirty linen shirts and thirty changes of garments to me.” And they say to him, “Put forth your riddle, and we hear it!” Young's Literal Translation and if ye are not able to declare it to me, then ye have given to me thirty linen shirts, and thirty changes of garments.' And they say to him, 'Put forth thy riddle, and we hear it!' Smith's Literal Translation And if ye shall not be able to announce to me, and ye give me thirty wide garments and thirty exchanges of garments: and they will say to him, Propose thine enigma and we will hear it. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut if you shall not be able to declare it, you shall give me thirty shirts and the same number of coats. They answered him: Put forth the riddle that we may hear it. Catholic Public Domain Version But if you are not able to solve it, you shall give me thirty shirts and the same number of tunics.” And they answered him, “Propose the problem, so that we may hear it.” New American Bible But if you cannot answer it for me, you must give me thirty tunics and thirty sets of garments.” “Propose your riddle,” they responded, “and we will listen to it.” New Revised Standard Version But if you cannot explain it to me, then you shall give me thirty linen garments and thirty festal garments.” So they said to him, “Ask your riddle; let us hear it.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut if you cannot interpret it to me, then you shall give me thirty overcoats made of felt and thirty changes of garments. And they said to him, Put forth your riddle, that we may hear it. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And if you cannot interpret it to me, you give me thirty felt coats and thirty suits of clothes.” They said to him: “Give your riddle and we will listen to it” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917but if ye cannot declare it me, then shall ye give me thirty linen garments and thirty changes of raiment.' And they said unto him: 'Put forth thy riddle, that we may hear it.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And if ye cannot tell it me, ye shall give me thirty napkins and thirty changes of apparel: and they said to him, Propound thy riddle, and we will hear it. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Samson's Riddle…12“Let me tell you a riddle,” Samson said to them. “If you can solve it for me within the seven days of the feast, I will give you thirty linen garments and thirty sets of clothes. 13But if you cannot solve it, you must give me thirty linen garments and thirty sets of clothes.” “Tell us your riddle,” they replied. “Let us hear it.” 14So he said to them: “Out of the eater came something to eat, and out of the strong came something sweet.” For three days they were unable to explain the riddle.… Cross References Judges 14:12 “Let me tell you a riddle,” Samson said to them. “If you can solve it for me within the seven days of the feast, I will give you thirty linen garments and thirty sets of clothes. Judges 14:14 So he said to them: “Out of the eater came something to eat, and out of the strong came something sweet.” For three days they were unable to explain the riddle. Proverbs 1:6 by understanding the proverbs and parables, the sayings and riddles of the wise. 1 Kings 10:1 Now when the queen of Sheba heard about the fame of Solomon concerning the name of the LORD, she came to test him with difficult questions. Matthew 12:42 The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here. Luke 11:31 The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with the men of this generation and condemn them; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here. 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. / For it is written: “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise; the intelligence of the intelligent I will frustrate.” / Where is the wise man? Where is the scribe? Where is the philosopher of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of the world? ... Proverbs 25:2 It is the glory of God to conceal a matter and the glory of kings to search it out. Daniel 5:12 did this because Daniel, the one he named Belteshazzar, was found to have an extraordinary spirit, as well as knowledge, understanding, and the ability to interpret dreams, explain riddles, and solve difficult problems. Summon Daniel, therefore, and he will give you the interpretation.” 1 Kings 4:29-34 And God gave Solomon wisdom, exceedingly deep insight, and understanding beyond measure, like the sand on the seashore. / Solomon’s wisdom was greater than that of all the men of the East, greater than all the wisdom of Egypt. / He was wiser than all men—wiser than Ethan the Ezrahite, and wiser than Heman, Calcol, and Darda, the sons of Mahol. And his fame spread throughout the surrounding nations. ... Matthew 13:34-35 Jesus spoke all these things to the crowds in parables. He did not tell them anything without using a parable. / So was fulfilled what was spoken through the prophet: “I will open My mouth in parables; I will utter things hidden since the foundation of the world.” Colossians 2:2-3 that they may be encouraged in heart, knit together in love, and filled with the full riches of complete understanding, so that they may know the mystery of God, namely Christ, / in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. 1 Corinthians 2:7 No, we speak of the mysterious and hidden wisdom of God, which He destined for our glory before time began. Ephesians 3:4-5 In reading this, then, you will be able to understand my insight into the mystery of Christ, / which was not made known to men in other generations as it has now been revealed by the Spirit to God’s holy apostles and prophets. Romans 16:25-26 Now to Him who is able to strengthen you by my gospel and by the proclamation of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery concealed for ages past / but now revealed and made known through the writings of the prophets by the command of the eternal God, in order to lead all nations to the obedience that comes from faith— Treasury of Scripture But if you cannot declare it me, then shall you give me thirty sheets and thirty change of garments. And they said to him, Put forth your riddle, that we may hear it. Jump to Previous Able Change Changes Clothes Clothing Declare Hard Hear Linen Propose Propound Question Raiment Riddle Robes Sets Sheets Thirty Unable WrapsJump to Next Able Change Changes Clothes Clothing Declare Hard Hear Linen Propose Propound Question Raiment Riddle Robes Sets Sheets Thirty Unable WrapsJudges 14 1. Samson desires a wife of the Philistines.6. In his journey he kills a lion 8. In a second journey he finds honey in the carcass 10. Samson's marriage feast 12. His riddle by his wife is made known 19. He strikes down thirty Philistines 20. His wife is married to another. But if you cannot solve it, This phrase is part of a challenge issued by Samson during his wedding feast. The context is a seven-day celebration, typical of ancient Near Eastern wedding customs. Samson's challenge involves a riddle, a common form of entertainment and intellectual exercise in ancient cultures. The inability to solve the riddle would result in a forfeit, highlighting the competitive nature of such feasts. you must give me thirty linen garments and thirty sets of clothes.” “Tell us your riddle,” they replied. “Let us hear it.” Persons / Places / Events 1. SamsonA judge of Israel known for his extraordinary strength, which was a gift from God. He was a Nazirite from birth, dedicated to God, and his life is a series of conflicts with the Philistines. 2. Philistines A group of people who were enemies of Israel. They were known for their advanced weaponry and frequent conflicts with the Israelites. 3. Timnah A Philistine town where Samson went to find a wife, which led to a series of events that increased tensions between the Israelites and the Philistines. 4. Riddle Samson posed a riddle to the Philistines during his wedding feast, which was a cultural practice of the time. The riddle was based on an earlier event where he killed a lion and later found bees and honey in its carcass. 5. Feast A seven-day wedding feast, which was customary in ancient Near Eastern cultures. It was during this feast that Samson presented his riddle to the Philistine guests. Teaching Points The Consequences of PrideSamson's riddle and the subsequent events highlight the dangers of pride and overconfidence. Believers are reminded to remain humble and rely on God's wisdom rather than their own. God's Sovereignty in Human Affairs Despite Samson's personal flaws and impulsive actions, God used these events to fulfill His purposes against the Philistines. This teaches us that God can work through imperfect people to accomplish His will. The Importance of Keeping Vows Samson's life as a Nazirite underscores the importance of keeping vows made to God. Believers are encouraged to honor their commitments to God and others. The Role of Cultural Practices Understanding the cultural context of the riddle and the feast helps us see how God can use cultural practices to reveal His truth and purposes. The Power of God's Spirit Samson's strength was a result of the Spirit of the Lord coming upon him. This reminds us of the power available to believers through the Holy Spirit. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew But ifוְאִם־ (wə·’im-) Conjunctive waw | Conjunction Strong's 518: Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not you cannot לֹ֣א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no solve it, לְהַגִּ֣יד (lə·hag·gîḏ) Preposition-l | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct Strong's 5046: To be conspicuous you אַתֶּ֥ם (’at·tem) Pronoun - second person masculine plural Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you must give וּנְתַתֶּ֨ם (ū·nə·ṯat·tem) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine plural Strong's 5414: To give, put, set me לִי֙ (lî) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's Hebrew thirty שְׁלֹשִׁ֣ים (šə·lō·šîm) Number - common plural Strong's 7970: Thirty, thirtieth linen garments סְדִינִ֔ים (sə·ḏî·nîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 5466: A wrapper, shirt and thirty וּשְׁלֹשִׁ֖ים (ū·šə·lō·šîm) Conjunctive waw | Number - common plural Strong's 7970: Thirty, thirtieth sets חֲלִיפ֣וֹת (ḥă·lî·p̄ō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural construct Strong's 2487: Alternation of clothes.” בְּגָדִ֑ים (bə·ḡā·ḏîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 899: A covering, clothing, treachery, pillage “Tell ח֥וּדָה (ḥū·ḏāh) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 2330: To tie a, knot, to propound a, riddle us your riddle,” חִידָתְךָ֖ (ḥî·ḏā·ṯə·ḵā) Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 2420: A riddle, an enigmatic, perplexing saying or question they replied. וַיֹּ֣אמְרוּ (way·yō·mə·rū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 559: To utter, say “Let us hear it.” וְנִשְׁמָעֶֽנָּה׃ (wə·niš·mā·‘en·nāh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative if contextual - first person common plural | third person feminine singular Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently Links Judges 14:13 NIVJudges 14:13 NLT Judges 14:13 ESV Judges 14:13 NASB Judges 14:13 KJV Judges 14:13 BibleApps.com Judges 14:13 Biblia Paralela Judges 14:13 Chinese Bible Judges 14:13 French Bible Judges 14:13 Catholic Bible OT History: Judges 14:13 But if you can't declare it (Jd Judg. 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