1 Samuel 17:18
And carry these ten cheeses unto the captain of their thousand, and look how thy brethren fare, and take their pledge.
Cross-reference
1 Samuel 16:20
Parallel
In 1 Samuel 16:20, Jesse similarly sends David with provisions (bread, wine, goat) to Saul — reinforcing the pattern of David as a carrier of gifts.
Genesis 37:14
Parallel
In Genesis 37:14, Jacob sends Joseph to check on his brothers and bring back word — a direct parallel to Jesse sending David.
2 Samuel 17:29
Parallel
In 2 Samuel 17:29, cheese is again brought to David — now as a recipient rather than a carrier, showing a full-circle provision.