Cultural references to Samson in 1930), "Samson" in which the author makes Samson an assimilated Jew attracted by the surrounding, more sophisticated (and un-philistine) Philistine culture. Considered a basic text of Revisionist Zionism, Jabotinsky's followers found in it numerous hints of contemporary Zionist and Israeli politics. Among other things, the family name of present day Israeli politician Dan Meridor is derived from this book. "Meridor" (literally "Generation of Rebellion") is the name given by Samson to a child in the book. Some important Twentieth century Hebrew poems have also been written about the Bible hero. More recently, elite Israeli combat units have been named
Cultural references to Samson Manson of Garbage fame recently recorded a cover of "Samson & Delilah" for the TV show "" Season Two premiere episode which is also called "Samson & Delilah". Indie-rock artist Boy in a Jar has a song called "Six Thieves" that heavily references the story of Samson. The album "Birds of Prey" by Godley and Creme features a song "Samson" with references to Delilah. The song "My Defenses Are Down" from the musical "Annie Get Your Gun" contains the line, "Like Samson, without his hair". The Pixies' song "Gouge Away" is based on Samson's story. Leonard Cohen wrote the song