Nazirite — Meaning in the Bible
Someone under a special vow of dedication to God: no wine or grapes, no haircut and no contact with the dead. Samson was a Nazirite from birth.
Scripture in WEBWorld English Bible — Protestant Edition
What it means
Numbers 6 describes the Nazirite vow, usually for a set time. Numbers 6:1–8
Samson was to be a Nazirite from the womb; no razor was to touch his head. Hannah promised that no razor would touch Samuel's head. Judges 13:5Judges 16:171 Samuel 1:11
Key passages
- Numbers 6:1–21 — The vow.
- Judges 13:2–7 — Samson set apart.
- Judges 16:15–17 — Samson reveals his secret.
- Acts 21:23–26 — A vow in Acts.
For children
A Nazirite was a person who made a special promise to God. Samson was a Nazirite, so he never cut his hair. Judges 13:5