Jesus asked her to give Him a drink. His purpose was to satisfy her spiritual need, but He began by asking her to satisfy His physical need. Many Christians have found that when they themselves are in some physical need, others are usually more willing to listen to their spiritual witness. 8–9 Jesus’ request to the Samaritan woman for a drink was unusual for two reasons. First, a Jewish man, especially a teacher, never talked alone with any woman if he could help it. Second, this woman was a Samaritan.