Samson defeats the Philistines

In the centre of the arch, Samson is shown slaying a thousand Philistines, armed only with the jawbone of an ass. Heavily armed soldiers lie dashed to pieces beneath his feet. Divine aid enabled him to prevail and liberate Israel from Philistine oppression. He then served 20 years as a judge of the Israelites.

Additional information:
The Old Testament Judges, of whom Samson was one, ensured peace, security and internal stability. Stadholder Maurice of Nassau was compared to Samson. Just as the Dutch Republic was delivered from the Spaniards, so Samson delivered Israel from the Philistines.