Judges 6:17

And he said unto him, If now I have found grace in thy sight, then shew me a sign that thou talkest with me.

Cross-reference

Judges 6:36-40 records Gideon's fleece test — the sign he asks for here is later fulfilled in that narrative.

Genesis 15:8 has Abram asking 'how can I know?' — Gideon similarly asks for a sign to confirm God's promise.

Exodus 4:1-9 shows Moses asking for signs to validate his commission — Gideon seeks a sign here for similar reassurance.

Exodus 33:13 has Moses asking 'if I have found favor in your sight' — Gideon's request for a sign mirrors Moses' plea.

Psalm 74:9 Contrast

In Psalm 74:9, the psalmist laments the absence of signs, contrasting with Gideon's ability to ask for and receive a sign.

Exodus 3:12 Parallel

In Exodus 3:12, God gives Moses a sign as confirmation, similar to Gideon asking for a sign to confirm God's presence.

In 2 Kings 20:8-11, Hezekiah similarly asks God for a sign to confirm a promise, mirroring Gideon's request for confirmation.

Psalm 86:17 Parallel

In Psalm 86:17, the psalmist prays 'Show me a sign of your favor,' echoing Gideon's plea for a confirming sign.

Isaiah 38:7 Parallel

In Isaiah 38:7, God gives Hezekiah a sign as a guarantee, paralleling Gideon's request for a sign of divine assurance.

Isaiah 7:11 Related theme

In Isaiah 7:11, God invites Ahaz to ask for a sign, paralleling Gideon's request for a sign from God.