What does the Bible say about Samson and Jesus Christ?

The narrative of Samson in the Book of Judges serves as a type that points to the ultimate Deliverer, Jesus Christ. Both figures have miraculous births; Samson's birth was announced by an angel due to his mother's barrenness, while Jesus's birth was also divinely foretold. Samson was set apart as a Nazirite, consecrated to God for a specific divine purpose to begin delivering Israel from Philistine oppression. In a greater sense, Jesus Christ was set apart from eternity, designed to deliver His people from sin and death, fulfilling the promises of God in a much greater way than Samson could ever accomplish. Thus, Samson prefigures the redemptive work of Christ, who would ultimately free His people from all forms of bondage.