Matthew 2:19
But when Herod was dead, behold, an angel of the Lord appeareth in a dream to Joseph in Egypt,
Cross-reference
Matthew 2:13
Parallel
In Matthew 2:13, the angel warns Joseph to flee. Here the same angel tells him to return, completing the narrative arc.
Matthew 2:15
Parallel
Matthew 2:15 notes Joseph stayed until Herod's death—the angel's appearance in verse 19 follows that timing.
Matthew 1:20
Parallel
In Matthew 1:20, an angel appears in a dream to Joseph. Here again a dream guides Joseph, showing a pattern of divine communication.
Exodus 2:23
Parallel
Exodus 2:23 records the Egyptian king's death prompting deliverance—Herod's death similarly triggers Joseph's return.
Numbers 12:6
Allusion
Numbers 12:6 states God speaks to prophets in dreams—Joseph's dream fits this pattern of divine revelation.