Genesis 42:26

And they laded their asses with the corn, and departed thence.

Cross-references

Genesis 42:19 Historical context

In Genesis 42:19, Joseph orders one brother to stay in prison; here the brothers depart with grain, leaving Simeon behind as the hostage.

Genesis 42:20 Historical context

In Genesis 42:20, Joseph's demand to bring Benjamin is the reason they now return home — they must prove their honesty.

In Genesis 45:17, Pharaoh commands a second journey to Canaan — echoing the first loading of donkeys but now with good news.