Genesis 47:12

And Joseph nourished his father, and his brethren, and all his father’s household, with bread, according to their families.

Cross-reference

Genesis 47:1 Historical context

In Genesis 47:1, Joseph reports his family's arrival; verse 12 then shows him providing for them as a direct sequel.

In Genesis 47:21, Joseph enslaves the Egyptians — contrasting his generous provision for his own family in verse 12.

Genesis 37:9 Prophetic fulfillment

In Genesis 37:9, Joseph dreamed of his family bowing to him — here they rely on him for food, partially fulfilling that dream.

In Genesis 42:36, Jacob laments losing Joseph — in contrast, verse 12 shows Joseph alive and sustaining all of them.

Genesis 45:11 Prophetic fulfillment

In Genesis 45:11, Joseph promises to provide for his family — verse 12 shows that promise being fulfilled.

In Genesis 50:21, Joseph again promises to provide for his brothers—directly continuing the care he showed in 47:12.

Exodus 20:12 commands honoring parents — Joseph's nourishing of his family is a clear example of obeying that command.

Matthew 15:4-6 condemns the Corban tradition that avoids supporting parents — opposite to Joseph's nourishing of his father and brethren.

Mark 7:10-13 repeats the Corban rebuke — Joseph's provision contrasts sharply with those who neglect parents under religious pretext.

In 1 Timothy 5:4, caring for one's household is godly — Joseph provides for his father and brothers, exemplifying this duty.

In 1 Timothy 5:8, failing to provide for relatives is condemned — Joseph here abundantly provides for his entire household.

Ruth 4:15 Parallel

Ruth 4:15 says Obed will nourish Naomi in old age, just as Joseph nourished his father and household — both sons sustaining their elders.