Bible Dictionary
Delilah, Or Delilah
Delilah was the woman loved by Samson who discovered and betrayed the secret of his strength to the Philistines. Her treachery led to Samson’s capture after his hair was cut.
Definition
Delilah was a woman who lived in the valley of Sorek and was loved by Samson. Her name is associated with languishing or, possibly, daintiness.
Biblical Usage
She discovered Samson’s secret through persistent questioning and betrayed him to the Philistines, who then captured him after his hair was cut.
Historical Background
She is described as probably a Philistine courtesan and is associated with the period around 1141 B.C. in the supplied material.
Scripture References
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(languishing) a woman who dwelt in the valley Of Sorek, beloved by Samson. (Judges 16:4-18) There seems to be little doubt that she was a Philistine courtesan. [SAMS0N] (B.C. 1141.)