The Samaritan Woman

Technical Profile

Name Meaning: Not given; the Greek text identifies her as a Samaritan woman, emphasizing her social and religious location in the narrative.
Period/Era: Second Temple Period (Roman Imperial Context)
Main References: John 4:1–42
Key Connections: Jesus; the people of Sychar in Samaria

Who was The Samaritan Woman?

An unnamed Samaritan woman who met Jesus at Jacob’s well near Sychar in Samaria.
She spoke with Jesus about water, worship, and the coming Messiah.
Her story highlights Samaritan–Jewish tension and Jesus’ public engagement with her.
She becomes a key local voice in the account of Samaritans responding to Jesus.

Key Events & Achievements

Event 1: She converses with Jesus at the well and discusses worship “in spirit and truth” (John 4:7–26).
Event 2: She leaves her water jar and goes into the town to report her encounter (John 4:28–29).
Event 3: Many Samaritans believe through her report and then through Jesus’ own words during his stay (John 4:39–42).

Life Lesson & Legacy

Her account illustrates how personal testimony can serve the mission of Jesus across ethnic and religious boundaries.

Key Verse

"Come, see a man who told me all that I ever did. Can this be the Christ?" — John 4:29, ESV

Quizzes

Answer the questions below. When you choose an option, you will see the result and an explanation.

1. Where did the Samaritan woman meet Jesus?

2. What did the Samaritan woman do after speaking with Jesus at the well?