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The Symbolism of the Lion and the Bees: Another Ironic Twist in the Samson Cycle

The Symbolism of the Lion and the Bees: Another Ironic Twist in the Samson Cycle

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  • Martin Emmrich

The function of symbolism in Old Testament narrative is treated in this article in the case of Samson killing of a lion (Judges 14). Emmrich argues that it has greater significance than to authenticate Samson's calling as judge or to provide a demonstration of Samson’s strength. Literary and thematic parallels between Judges 14:5-6, 8, and Judges 15:14-19 are examined. 

Source: Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society, 2001. 8 pages.

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There is a difference between fearing God, and being afraid of God; the Godly fear God as a child does his father, the wicked are afraid of God as the prisoner is of a judge. Thomas Watson
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