Genesis 43:32

And they set on for him by himself, and for them by themselves, and for the Egyptians, which did eat with him, by themselves: because the Egyptians might not eat bread with the Hebrews; for that is an abomination unto the Egyptians.

Cross-references

Genesis 43:16 Historical context

In Genesis 43:16, Joseph orders the meal prepared; verse 32 describes the actual seating — both part of the same feast narrative.

Genesis 46:34 Historical context

Genesis 46:34 explains why Egyptians abhor shepherds — the same cultural reason they refuse to eat with Hebrews here, providing background.

Genesis 44:2 Historical context

In Genesis 44:2, Joseph's silver cup is hidden in Benjamin's sack, continuing the test that began with the separate seating.

Exodus 8:26 Parallel

Exodus 8:26 also mentions 'abomination of the Egyptians' — both verses highlight what Egyptians consider detestable, reinforcing the cultural barrier.