Manoah's direct question—"When your words are fulfilled, what is to be the rule for the boy's life and his work?"—seeks specific instruction about the Nazirite requirements and the behavioral expectations for the consecrated child. The question format permits the angel to elaborate on the Nazirite vow and its practical implications for Samson's daily life and conduct. Manoah's focus on the child's "life and work" suggests recognition that the Nazirite dedication will shape not merely spiritual identity but also practical behavior and social interaction. The request for specific instruction indicates that Manoah takes seriously his responsibility as parent of a divinely dedicated child and seeks guidance in fulfilling this exceptional parental role.

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