Blog 7 October 21, 2013

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The lyrics in the aria "Mon coeur s'ouvre a ta voix"  seem to soften Delilah's persona more so than the KJV in the Old Testament.  The Philistines saw that Samson was in love with a "harlot," or prostitute.  They wanted Samson dead because he was a Nazi-rite and possessed brute strength.  Samson was a gentile and loved the Lord.  In the story, Delilah nearly badgers Samson to reveal the source of his strength.  Samson offers many explanations, though not until he admits his strength is in his hair, is Delilah successful in helping the Phillistines defeat Samson.  The aria seems to allow Delilah to beckon Samson because she is in love with him.  Samson even replies, "Delilah, Delilah, I love you!"  Delilah does not out right ask for Samson's secret, though she expresses her love and asks Samson to trust in her.  In the video performance, Delilah cradles Samson.  He appears weak and subject to her pleas.

In a modern day production, I would choose Beyonce.  She is not only stunning as a woman, her appearance in this photo shows her soft and sultry side.  No doubt Samson would have a hard time saying no to this face!

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As for a modern day Samson, I would choose a long haired Brad Pitt.  Pitt is strong in his presence and would be an ideal match for Beyonce as Delilah.

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