Cross-References — Judges 16

4 pairs

1. Judges 16:17→referencesNumbers 6:5

   Judges 16:17 reveals Samson's Nazirite vow, specifically the prohibition against cutting his hair, which is outlined in Numbers 6:5 as part of the Nazirite vow.

   Thematic focusNazirite Vow, Consecration, Obedience.

   • #NaziriteVow
   • #Consecration
   • #Obedience

2. Judges 16:20→references1 Samuel 16:14

   Judges 16:20 describes the Spirit of the Lord departing from Samson, similar to how the Spirit departed from Saul in 1 Samuel 16:14, indicating a loss of divine empowerment due to disobedience.

   Thematic focusDivine Presence, Disobedience, Loss of Strength.

   • #DivinePresence
   • #Disobedience
   • #Strength

3. Judges 16:28→referencesPsalm 18:6

   In Judges 16:28, Samson calls upon the Lord in his distress, similar to David's cry to God in Psalm 18:6, demonstrating reliance on God in times of trouble.

   Thematic focusPrayer, Reliance on God, Deliverance.

   • #Prayer
   • #RelianceOnGod
   • #Deliverance

4. Judges 16:30→referencesHebrews 11:32

   Judges 16:30 describes Samson's final act of faith, which is acknowledged in Hebrews 11:32 as part of the 'faith hall of fame,' highlighting his faith despite his flaws.

   Thematic focusFaith, Redemption, God's Sovereignty.

   • #Faith
   • #Redemption
   • #GodsSovereignty

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