Genesis 44:27-29 repeats the same family story within the same conversation, reinforcing Judah's plea.

Genesis 35:18 records Rachel's death giving birth to Benjamin, explaining why he is 'alone left of his mother' in this verse.

Genesis 37:3 shows Jacob loved Joseph, born in his old age, paralleling the love for Benjamin here as a child of his old age.

Genesis 37:33-35 describes Jacob mourning Joseph's presumed death, confirming the belief that Joseph is dead mentioned here.

Genesis 42:36 shows Jacob's fear of losing Benjamin, echoing the same family situation Judah describes in this verse.

Genesis 42:38 records Jacob's own words about Benjamin being the only remaining son—the same fear Judah later recounts here.

Genesis 43:7 is the original conversation Judah recounts here, detailing the same questions about the family.

Genesis 43:8 records Judah's pledge to bring Benjamin safely, showing his responsibility now being tested in this scene.

Genesis 37:32 recounts the brothers' deception that Joseph was dead—the very lie referenced here as 'his brother is dead'.

Genesis 42:13 earlier gives the same family information—twelve brothers, one gone, youngest with father.

Genesis 42:15 records Joseph's demand to bring Benjamin, which directly prompts the speech in 44:20.

Genesis 42:4 explains why Benjamin stayed home, consistent with the father's protective love mentioned here.