Judges 8:5

And he said unto the men of Succoth, Give, I pray you, loaves of bread unto the people that follow me; for they be faint, and I am pursuing after Zebah and Zalmunna, kings of Midian.

Cross-reference

2 Samuel 17:28 describes provisions brought for David's weary men — directly paralleling Gideon's need for bread for his exhausted soldiers.

2 Samuel 17:29 continues listing provisions for David's weary men — mirroring the need Gideon expresses for his exhausted army.

Joshua 13:27 Historical context

Joshua 13:27 lists Succoth among the cities—the same location where Gideon asks for bread, providing geographical context.

Psalm 108:7 Historical context

Psalm 108:7 mentions the Valley of Succoth—the same region as Gideon’s encounter, linking geography.

Deuteronomy 23:4 condemns those who refused bread to Israel — foreshadowing Succoth's refusal to Gideon's exhausted men.

1 Samuel 25:18 shows Abigail generously providing bread — contrasting with the refusal Gideon faced from Succoth.

In 1 Samuel 30:10, David’s men are too exhausted to continue pursuit—similar to Gideon’s weary troops needing sustenance.