Genesis 40:20
And it came to pass the third day, which was Pharaoh’s birthday, that he made a feast unto all his servants: and he lifted up the head of the chief butler and of the chief baker among his servants.
Cross-references
Genesis 40:13
Prophetic fulfillment
In Genesis 40:13, Joseph predicted the cupbearer's restoration; here Pharaoh lifts his head, fulfilling it.
Genesis 40:19
Prophetic fulfillment
In Genesis 40:19, Joseph foretold the baker's hanging on the third day, which occurs now.
Genesis 40:4
Historical context
Genesis 40:4 sets the scene with Joseph serving the imprisoned officials, directly leading to the birthday feast.
Genesis 41:13
Prophetic fulfillment
In Genesis 41:13, the cupbearer recounts this event to Pharaoh, confirming Joseph's interpretation as fulfilled.
Matthew 14:6
Parallel
Matthew 14:6 describes Herod's birthday banquet where John the Baptist is beheaded, mirroring the execution at Pharaoh's feast.