## have deceived me...told me lies ##

Both of these phrases have similar meanings. It is said in different ways to add emphasis to the statement. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublet]])

## lying in wait ##

This phrase refers to people who are ready to attack but silently wait for the right moment. AT: "ready to attack" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])

## Samson tore off the ropes from his arms like they were a piece of thread ##

This phrase compares the ropes to thread because thread is thin and easy to break. AT: "Samson easily tore the ropes off of his arms" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])