Judges 14:20
But Samson’s wife was given to his companion, whom he had used as his friend.
Cross-references
Judges 15:2
Historical context
Judges 15:2 explains the father-in-law's reasoning for giving Samson's wife to his companion.
Psalm 55:13
Parallel
Psalm 55:13 directly describes a companion and friend who becomes a betrayer, exactly like Samson's companion.
1 Samuel 18:19
Parallel
In 1 Samuel 18:19, Saul gives David's wife Michal to another man — a direct parallel to Samson's wife being given to his companion.
Micah 7:5
Parallel
Micah 7:5 warns against trusting friends, reflecting Samson's betrayal by his companion.
Matthew 26:49
Parallel
In Matthew 26:49, Judas betrays Jesus with a kiss — a friend's treacherous act. Samson's wife given to his companion parallels a friend taking what belongs to another.
Psalm 55:12
Parallel
Psalm 55:12 laments betrayal by a friend, mirroring Samson's experience of his companion taking his wife.