Interesting vow to take. What was the incentive for the Nazirite? That does sound selfish, but in reality, we all choose to be followers for selfish reasons don't we?

Probably not. But really could we ever? Maybe I'm too influence by the movies but seems like the America of old has its share of killing native Americans, rebelling against the government, slavery, gunslinging, rampant prostitution, etc. Like any country or nation, good apples and bad apples. Israelites had to have their bad apples too even in the best of times.

One thing thats stuck with me from the old testament is the importance of a vow. I still make them from time to time, but only when I know I can keep it and I've found its a sure way for me to exercise self control. I think they would be an interesting topic for further personal research.