In Romans 8:38-39, nothing separates us from God's love—echoing that many waters cannot quench love here. A powerful parallel.

In Genesis 29:20, Jacob’s love makes seven years feel like days—a real‑life example that love cannot be quenched by time or hardship.

In 1 Corinthians 13:7, love’s endurance mirrors this verse: love bears all things and is never quenched—a strong thematic parallel.

In Proverbs 6:31, a thief must give all his house's substance as restitution—contrasting with love here, which cannot be bought.

In Proverbs 6:35, the same principle applies: no amount of money can compensate for a broken relationship, whether love or jealousy.

In Judges 16:15, Delilah questions Samson’s love—a direct contrast to the unshakable, genuine love described here.

In Romans 13:8-10, love is also presented as the supreme fulfillment of the law—priceless and central, just as love here cannot be bought or drowned.

In 2 Corinthians 5:14, Christ’s love compels believers—a different kind of love (divine) but similarly unstoppable and compelling.