Genesis 28:11

And he lighted upon a certain place, and tarried there all night, because the sun was set; and he took of the stones of that place, and put them for his pillows, and lay down in that place to sleep.

Cross-reference

Genesis 28:18 Historical context

In Genesis 28:18, Jacob sets up the stone from his pillow as a memorial pillar.

In Genesis 32:10, Jacob recalls leaving with only a staff — directly referencing this moment of lonely departure. His later gratitude depends on remembering this low point.

Hosea 12:4 Allusion

Hosea 12:4 explicitly references Jacob finding God at Bethel — this is the very night the prophet means. A direct citation of this scene.