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    Enter a name to see what it means in Scripture, the language it comes from, and the King James Version verses where it appears. 1,332 names searchable, free and without signup.

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    Delilah

    Pronounced deh-LY-luh

    girl
    ✓ In the King James Bible — Yes — Delilah appears in the King James Bible, including Judges 16:18.
    Meaning
    "Delicate; Languishing; Amorous"
    Origin
    Hebrew

    Delilah was the Philistine woman who discovered the secret of Samson's strength and betrayed him. Despite its dark biblical context, the name means 'delicate' and has become popular. Delilah's story warns about the dangers of misplaced trust and the power of persistent temptation.

    Spiritual meaning

    Delilah's story is a cautionary tale about vulnerability to manipulation — even the strongest can fall when they entrust their secrets to the wrong person.

    Related verses (KJV)

    • "And when Delilah saw that he had told her all his heart, she sent and called for the lords of the Philistines."

      Judges 16:18 (KJV) →
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