Judges 13:14
Judges 13:14 in Multiple Translations
She must not eat anything that comes from the vine, nor drink any wine or strong drink, nor eat anything unclean. She must do everything I have commanded her.”
She may not eat of any thing that cometh of the vine, neither let her drink wine or strong drink, nor eat any unclean thing: all that I commanded her let her observe.
She may not eat of anything that cometh of the vine, neither let her drink wine or strong drink, nor eat any unclean thing; all that I commanded her let her observe.
She is to have nothing which comes from the vine for her food, and let her take no wine or strong drink or anything which is unclean; let her take care to do all I have given her orders to do.
“She must not eat anything that comes from the vine or drink wine or any other alcoholic drink. She must not eat anything unclean. Your wife must follow everything I instructed her to do.”
She may eate of nothing that commeth of the vinetree: she shall not drinke wine nor strong drinke, nor eate any vncleane thing: let her obserue all that I haue commanded her.
of anything which cometh out from the wine-vine she doth not eat, and wine and strong drink she doth not drink, and any unclean thing she doth not eat; all that I have commanded her she doth observe.'
She may not eat of anything that comes of the vine, neither let her drink wine or strong drink, nor eat any unclean thing. Let her observe all that I commanded her.”
She may not eat of any thing that cometh of the vine, neither let her drink wine or strong drink, nor eat any unclean thing ; all that I commanded her let her observe.
And let her eat nothing that cometh of the vine, neither let her drink wine or strong drink, nor eat any unclean thing: and whatsoever I have commanded her, let her fulfill and observe.
Before the baby is born, she must not eat grapes, or drink wine or any other alcoholic/fermented drink, or eat anything that would make her unacceptable to God.”
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Study Notes — Judges 13:14
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Context — The Birth of Samson
14She must not eat anything that comes from the vine, nor drink any wine or strong drink, nor eat anything unclean. She must do everything I have commanded her.”
15“Please stay here,” Manoah said to the angel of the LORD, “and we will prepare a young goat for you.” 16And the angel of the LORD replied, “Even if I stay, I will not eat your food. But if you prepare a burnt offering, offer it to the LORD.” For Manoah did not know that it was the angel of the LORD.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | John 2:5 | His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever He tells you.” |
| 2 | Judges 13:4 | Now please be careful not to drink wine or strong drink, and not to eat anything unclean. |
| 3 | 2 Thessalonians 3:4 | And we have confidence in the Lord that you are doing and will continue to do what we command. |
| 4 | Deuteronomy 12:32 | See that you do everything I command you; do not add to it or subtract from it. |
| 5 | Numbers 6:4 | All the days of his separation, he is not to eat anything that comes from the grapevine, not even the seeds or skins. |
| 6 | Judges 13:7 | But he said to me, ‘Behold, you will conceive and give birth to a son. Now, therefore, do not drink wine or strong drink, and do not eat anything unclean, because the boy will be a Nazirite to God from the womb until the day of his death.’” |
| 7 | John 15:14 | You are My friends if you do what I command you. |
| 8 | Matthew 28:20 | and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” |
Judges 13:14 Summary
This verse is telling us that Manoah's wife had to be very careful about what she ate and drank while she was pregnant with Samson. She wasn't allowed to have anything that came from grapes, like wine, or anything that wasn't clean. This was a way of showing that Samson was going to be a special person, set apart for God's purposes, similar to the way that John the Baptist was set apart, as mentioned in Luke 1:15. By following these instructions, Manoah's wife was able to help Samson grow up to be the person God wanted him to be, and we can learn from her example by being careful about the choices we make and trying to live in a way that honors God, as encouraged in Colossians 3:17.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was it important for Manoah's wife to avoid things that come from the vine?
This was likely a test of obedience, as seen in the instructions given to the Israelites in Deuteronomy 14:26, and also to set apart the upcoming birth of Samson, as referenced in Judges 13:4-5.
What is meant by 'strong drink' in this verse?
The term 'strong drink' refers to an intoxicating beverage, as mentioned in Proverbs 20:1, and the avoidance of it was a sign of dedication to God, similar to the Nazirite vow mentioned in Numbers 6:2-3.
How does this verse relate to the concept of holiness in the Bible?
The instructions given to Manoah's wife emphasize the importance of living a holy and set-apart life, as commanded in Leviticus 11:44-45 and reinforced in 1 Peter 1:15-16, demonstrating that holiness is not just a spiritual concept, but also a practical way of living.
What can we learn from the angel's commands to Manoah's wife?
The angel's commands teach us about the importance of obedience to God's Word, as seen in Joshua 1:8 and Psalm 119:105, and demonstrate that our actions have consequences, as noted in Galatians 6:7-8.
Reflection Questions
- How can I apply the principle of setting myself apart for God's purposes, as seen in this verse, to my own life?
- What are some modern-day 'unclean' things that I might need to avoid in order to live a holy life, and how can I discern what those things are?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my commitment to living a life dedicated to God, as Manoah's wife was called to do?
- How can I balance the desire to fit in with the world around me with the need to live a distinct, holy life, as described in Romans 12:2?
Gill's Exposition on Judges 13:14
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Judges 13:14
Trapp's Commentary on Judges 13:14
Ellicott's Commentary on Judges 13:14
Cambridge Bible on Judges 13:14
Barnes' Notes on Judges 13:14
Sermons on Judges 13:14
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K-042 True Manhood by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of complete surrender to God. He describes surrender as falling on one's face before God in utter submission. The speaker warn |
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(John) the Joy of the Lord by Brian Brodersen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being filled with the word of God. He compares ordinary stone pots filled with water to ordinary people filled with the wor |
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Mark - the Sower, the Seed & the Soil 2 by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of taking the words of Jesus seriously, even if it may cause some discomfort. He draws a parallel to the book of Jeremiah, wh |
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Old Testament Survey - Part 26 by Dick Woodward | This sermon delves into the book of Joshua as a powerful illustration of faith, contrasting it with the book of Numbers which focuses on unbelief. It highlights the perpetuation of |
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Wives, Obey Your Husbands! by Valsan Thampu | Valsan Thampu emphasizes the importance of wives in shaping and sustaining families, drawing parallels between Eve's pivotal role in the fall and Mary's significant presence in Jes |
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The Call of the First Four Disciples Luke 5:1-11 by R.A. Torrey | R.A. Torrey explores the calling of the first four disciples in Luke 5:1-11, emphasizing the importance of listening to Jesus, obeying His commands, and following Him wholeheartedl |
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Give What You Have by Mary Wilder Tileston | Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about the importance of doing good, communicating, and freely giving as sacrifices that please God. She emphasizes the need to open our eyes to see th |







