Topical Encyclopedia Throughout the Bible, women are depicted in various roles, some of which involve instigating or leading others into iniquity. This portrayal is not a comprehensive representation of women in Scripture but highlights specific instances where women have played pivotal roles in leading others astray.Eve The first woman, Eve, is often cited as the initial instigator of sin in the world. In Genesis 3, the serpent deceives Eve, leading her to eat from the forbidden tree. She then gives the fruit to Adam, resulting in the fall of mankind. Genesis 3:6 states, "When the woman saw that the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eyes, and that it was desirable for obtaining wisdom, she took the fruit and ate it. She also gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate it." Delilah Delilah is another prominent figure associated with leading a man into sin. In Judges 16, she is instrumental in the downfall of Samson, a judge of Israel. Delilah's persistent coaxing leads Samson to reveal the secret of his strength, which she then betrays to the Philistines. Judges 16:19 recounts, "After putting him to sleep on her lap, she called a man to shave off the seven braids of his hair. In this way she began to subdue him, and his strength left him." Jezebel Jezebel, the wife of King Ahab, is infamous for her role in promoting idolatry and persecuting the prophets of God. Her influence over Ahab led to the widespread worship of Baal in Israel. 1 Kings 21:25 notes, "There was never anyone like Ahab, who sold himself to do evil in the sight of the LORD, incited by his wife Jezebel." Herodias Herodias, the wife of Herod Antipas, is known for her role in the execution of John the Baptist. Herodias harbored a grudge against John for condemning her marriage to Herod, her former husband's brother. She used her daughter to manipulate Herod into ordering John's beheading. Mark 6:24-25 describes, "Then she went out and said to her mother, 'What should I ask for?' And Herodias answered, 'The head of John the Baptist.' At once the girl hurried back to the king with her request: 'I want you to give me the head of John the Baptist on a platter immediately.'" Athaliah Athaliah, the daughter of Ahab and Jezebel, is another example of a woman leading others into sin. After the death of her son, King Ahaziah, she seized the throne of Judah and attempted to exterminate the royal line of David. 2 Kings 11:1 states, "When Athaliah the mother of Ahaziah saw that her son was dead, she proceeded to annihilate all the royal heirs." These examples illustrate instances where women have been active in instigating iniquity, often with significant consequences for those around them. While these narratives highlight the potential for women to lead others into sin, they also serve as cautionary tales within the broader biblical context. Torrey's Topical Textbook Numbers 31:15,16And Moses said to them, Have you saved all the women alive? 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