Genesis 47:23

Then Joseph said unto the people, Behold, I have bought you this day and your land for Pharaoh: lo, here is seed for you, and ye shall sow the land.

Cross-reference

Genesis 47:19 Historical context

In Genesis 47:19, the Egyptians beg for seed; here Joseph answers that request by providing it.

Genesis 41:27 Historical context

Genesis 41:27 foretold the seven years of famine; now Joseph acts during that famine by distributing seed.

Genesis 45:6 Historical context

Genesis 45:6 gives the famine timeline; here Joseph provides seed, demonstrating the ongoing crisis he predicted.