Genesis 43:16
And when Joseph saw Benjamin with them, he said to the ruler of his house, Bring these men home, and slay, and make ready; for these men shall dine with me at noon.
Cross-reference
In Genesis 43:25, the brothers prepare their gift because of Joseph's invitation, directly responding to his command.
In Genesis 43:32, the meal is served with segregated seating, revealing the social customs Joseph honored.
In Genesis 44:1, Joseph gives another command to the same steward after the meal, continuing the narrative of the brothers' visit.
In Genesis 44:14, the same group returns to Joseph after the cup is found, continuing the narrative of the meal and the test.
In Genesis 44:32, Judah recalls his pledge to Jacob for Benjamin's safety, the very context that led to this meal.
In Genesis 39:4, Joseph was made overseer of Potiphar's house; here he now commands his own steward, mirroring his earlier role.
In 1 Samuel 25:11, Nabal refuses to share food with David's men, contrasting with Joseph's generous feast for his brothers.