Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version When the angel of the LORD did not show himself again to Manoah and his wife, Manoah realized that it was the angel of the LORD. New Living Translation The angel did not appear again to Manoah and his wife. Manoah finally realized it was the angel of the LORD, English Standard Version The angel of the LORD appeared no more to Manoah and to his wife. Then Manoah knew that he was the angel of the LORD. Berean Standard Bible And when the angel of the LORD did not appear again to Manoah and his wife, Manoah realized that it had been the angel of the LORD. King James Bible But the angel of the LORD did no more appear to Manoah and to his wife. Then Manoah knew that he was an angel of the LORD. New King James Version When the Angel of the LORD appeared no more to Manoah and his wife, then Manoah knew that He was the Angel of the LORD. New American Standard Bible Now the angel of the LORD did not appear to Manoah or his wife again. Then Manoah knew that he was the angel of the LORD. NASB 1995 Now the angel of the LORD did not appear to Manoah or his wife again. Then Manoah knew that he was the angel of the LORD. NASB 1977 Now the angel of the LORD appeared no more to Manoah or his wife. Then Manoah knew that he was the angel of the LORD. Legacy Standard Bible Now the angel of Yahweh did not appear to Manoah or his wife again. Then Manoah knew that he was the angel of Yahweh. Amplified Bible The Angel of the LORD did not appear again to Manoah or his wife. Then Manoah knew that he was the Angel of the LORD. Christian Standard Bible The angel of the LORD did not appear again to Manoah and his wife. Then Manoah realized that it was the angel of the LORD. Holman Christian Standard Bible The Angel of the LORD did not appear again to Manoah and his wife. Then Manoah realized that it was the Angel of the LORD.” American Standard Version But the angel of Jehovah did no more appear to Manoah or to his wife. Then Manoah knew that he was the angel of Jehovah. Contemporary English Version Although the angel didn't appear to them again, they realized he was one of the LORD's angels. English Revised Version But the angel of the LORD did no more appear to Manoah or to his wife. Then Manoah knew that he was the angel of the LORD. GOD'S WORD® Translation The Messenger of the LORD didn't appear again to Manoah and his wife. Then Manoah knew that this had been the Messenger of the LORD. International Standard Version The angel of the LORD did not appear again to Manoah or to his wife, and then Manoah knew confidently that the visitor had been the angel of the LORD. NET Bible The LORD's messenger did not appear again to Manoah and his wife. After all this happened Manoah realized that the visitor had been the LORD's messenger. New Heart English Bible But the angel of the LORD did not appear again to Manoah or to his wife. Then Manoah knew that he was the angel of the LORD. Webster's Bible Translation But the angel of the LORD did no more appear to Manoah and to his wife. Then Manoah knew that he was an angel of the LORD. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd when the angel of the LORD did not appear again to Manoah and his wife, Manoah realized that it had been the angel of the LORD. World English Bible But Yahweh’s angel didn’t appear to Manoah or to his wife any more. Then Manoah knew that he was Yahweh’s angel. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the Messenger of YHWH has not added again to appear to Manoah, and to his wife, then Manoah has known that He [is] the Messenger of YHWH. Young's Literal Translation and the messenger of Jehovah hath not added again to appear unto Manoah, and unto his wife, then hath Manoah known that He is a messenger of Jehovah. Smith's Literal Translation And the messenger of Jehovah will no more add to be seen to Manoah and to his wife. Then Manoah knew that he is the messenger of Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the angel of the Lord appeared to them no more. And forthwith Manue understood that it was an angel of the Lord, Catholic Public Domain Version And the Angel of the Lord no longer appeared to them. And immediately, Manoah understood him to be an Angel of the Lord. New American Bible but the angel of the LORD was seen no more by Manoah and his wife. Then Manoah, realizing that it was the angel of the LORD, New Revised Standard Version The angel of the LORD did not appear again to Manoah and his wife. Then Manoah realized that it was the angel of the LORD. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe angel of the LORD did no more appear to Manoah and to his wife. Then Manoah and his wife knew that he was an angel of the LORD. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And The Angel of LORD JEHOVAH was no longer seen by MaNoah and his wife, and then MaNoah and his wife knew that he was The Angel of LORD JEHOVAH OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917But the angel of the LORD did no more appear to Manoah or to his wife. Then Manoah knew that he was the angel of the LORD. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the angel appeared no more to Manoe and to his wife: then Manoe knew that this was an angel of the Lord. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Birth of Samson…20When the flame went up from the altar to the sky, the angel of the LORD ascended in the flame. When Manoah and his wife saw this, they fell facedown to the ground. 21And when the angel of the LORD did not appear again to Manoah and his wife, Manoah realized that it had been the angel of the LORD. 22“We are going to die,” he said to his wife, “for we have seen God!”… Cross References Genesis 32:30 So Jacob named the place Peniel, saying, “Indeed, I have seen God face to face, and yet my life was spared.” Exodus 3:2-6 There the angel of the LORD appeared to him in a blazing fire from within a bush. Moses saw the bush ablaze with fire, but it was not consumed. / So Moses thought, “I must go over and see this marvelous sight. Why is the bush not burning up?” / When the LORD saw that he had gone over to look, God called out to him from within the bush, “Moses, Moses!” “Here I am,” he answered. ... Judges 6:22-23 When Gideon realized that it was the angel of the LORD, he said, “Oh no, Lord GOD! I have seen the angel of the LORD face to face!” / But the LORD said to him, “Peace be with you. Do not be afraid, for you will not die.” Isaiah 6:5 Then I said: “Woe is me, for I am ruined, because I am a man of unclean lips dwelling among a people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the King, the LORD of Hosts.” Luke 24:31 Then their eyes were opened and they recognized Jesus—and He disappeared from their sight. John 1:18 No one has ever seen God, but the one and only Son, who is Himself God and is at the Father’s side, has made Him known. John 14:9 Jesus replied, “Philip, I have been with you all this time, and still you do not know Me? Anyone who has seen Me has seen the Father. How can you say, ‘Show us the Father’? Acts 9:3-5 As Saul drew near to Damascus on his journey, suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him. / He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute Me?” / “Who are You, Lord?” Saul asked. “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting,” He replied. Revelation 1:17 When I saw Him, I fell at His feet like a dead man. But He placed His right hand on me and said, “Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last, Genesis 16:13 So Hagar gave this name to the LORD who had spoken to her: “You are the God who sees me,” for she said, “Here I have seen the One who sees me!” Exodus 33:20 But He added, “You cannot see My face, for no one can see Me and live.” Deuteronomy 5:24-26 and you said, “Behold, the LORD our God has shown us His glory and greatness, and we have heard His voice out of the fire. Today we have seen that a man can live even if God speaks with him. / But now, why should we die? For this great fire will consume us, and we will die, if we hear the voice of the LORD our God any longer. / For who of all flesh has heard the voice of the living God speaking out of the fire, as we have, and survived? 1 Kings 19:12-13 After the earthquake there was a fire, but the LORD was not in the fire. And after the fire came a still, small voice. / When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his cloak and went out and stood at the mouth of the cave. Suddenly a voice came to him and said, “What are you doing here, Elijah?” Ezekiel 1:28 The appearance of the brilliant light all around Him was like that of a rainbow in a cloud on a rainy day. This was the appearance of the likeness of the glory of the LORD. And when I saw it, I fell facedown and heard a voice speaking. Daniel 10:7-9 Only I, Daniel, saw the vision; the men with me did not see it, but a great terror fell upon them, and they ran and hid themselves. / So I was left alone, gazing at this great vision. No strength remained in me; my face grew deathly pale, and I was powerless. / I heard the sound of his words, and as I listened, I fell into a deep sleep, with my face to the ground. Treasury of Scripture But the angel of the LORD did no more appear to Manoah and to his wife. Then Manoah knew that he was an angel of the LORD. knew Judges 6:22 And when Gideon perceived that he was an angel of the LORD, Gideon said, Alas, O Lord GOD! for because I have seen an angel of the LORD face to face. Hosea 12:4,5 Yea, he had power over the angel, and prevailed: he wept, and made supplication unto him: he found him in Bethel, and there he spake with us; … Jump to Previous Added Angel Appear Appeared Clear Manoah Mano'ah Messenger Realized Show WifeJump to Next Added Angel Appear Appeared Clear Manoah Mano'ah Messenger Realized Show WifeJudges 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 And when the angel of the LORD did not appear again to Manoah and his wife This phrase indicates a significant moment of divine encounter. The "angel of the LORD" is a recurring figure in the Old Testament, often seen as a theophany, or a pre-incarnate appearance of Christ. The angel's departure signifies the completion of his message, which was to announce the birth of Samson, a future judge of Israel. The absence of further appearances emphasizes the finality and sufficiency of the divine message delivered. This encounter is reminiscent of other angelic visitations, such as those to Abraham and Sarah (Genesis 18) and to Gideon (Judges 6), where the angel's presence signifies God's direct intervention in human affairs. Manoah realized that it had been the angel of the LORD Persons / Places / Events 1. ManoahThe father of Samson, Manoah is a Danite who, along with his wife, receives a divine promise of a son who will begin to deliver Israel from the Philistines. 2. Manoah's Wife Though unnamed in the text, she is the mother of Samson. She is initially visited by the Angel of the LORD and receives the prophecy of Samson's birth. 3. The Angel of the LORD A divine messenger who appears to Manoah and his wife, delivering the promise of Samson's birth and instructing them on how to raise him as a Nazirite. 4. Zorah The town in the territory of Dan where Manoah and his wife live. 5. The Offering Manoah offers a burnt offering to the LORD, during which the Angel of the LORD ascends in the flame, confirming the divine nature of the message. Teaching Points Divine EncountersRecognize that God often reveals Himself in unexpected ways and through unexpected people. Be open to His presence in your daily life. Faith and Obedience Manoah and his wife demonstrate faith by preparing the offering and following the Angel's instructions. Trust and obey God's guidance even when the path is unclear. God's Sovereignty The Angel's ascension in the flame signifies God's control over nature and His plans. Rest in the assurance that God is sovereign over your circumstances. Miraculous Births The birth of Samson, like other miraculous births in the Bible, points to God's power to bring about His purposes through human history. Reflect on how God can use your life for His purposes. Worship and Reverence Manoah's response to the divine encounter was worship. Cultivate a heart of worship and reverence for God in all aspects of life. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Judges 13In Judges 13:17–18, why does the angel refuse to give his name, raising questions about authenticity and origin? In Judges 13:19-20, how can an angel ascend in a flame without contradicting basic scientific principles? How can a 'divine council' (Psalm 82:1) fit with passages claiming there is only one God (Deuteronomy 6:4)? Why does Samson, who is under a Nazirite vow, freely handle the lion's remains (Judges 14:8-9)?Verse 21. - But. It is better rendered and, in close sequence to the preceding words. It follows, Then, i.e. when they saw him go up, they knew that he was an angel. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew And when the Angelמַלְאַ֣ךְ (mal·’aḵ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4397: A messenger, of God, an angel of the LORD יְהוָ֔ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel did not וְלֹא־ (wə·lō-) Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no appear לְהֵרָאֹ֖ה (lə·hê·rā·’ōh) Preposition-l | Verb - Nifal - Infinitive construct Strong's 7200: To see again יָ֤סַף (yā·sap̄) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3254: To add, augment to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to Manoah מָנ֣וֹחַ (mā·nō·w·aḥ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4495: Manoah -- father of Samson and וְאֶל־ (wə·’el-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to his wife, אִשְׁתּ֑וֹ (’iš·tōw) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female Manoah מָנ֔וֹחַ (mā·nō·w·aḥ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4495: Manoah -- father of Samson realized יָדַ֣ע (yā·ḏa‘) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3045: To know that כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction it הֽוּא׃ (hū) Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are was the Angel מַלְאַ֥ךְ (mal·’aḵ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4397: A messenger, of God, an angel of the LORD. יְהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel Links Judges 13:21 NIVJudges 13:21 NLT Judges 13:21 ESV Judges 13:21 NASB Judges 13:21 KJV Judges 13:21 BibleApps.com Judges 13:21 Biblia Paralela Judges 13:21 Chinese Bible Judges 13:21 French Bible Judges 13:21 Catholic Bible OT History: Judges 13:21 But the angel of Yahweh did no (Jd Judg. 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