Deuteronomy 18:8 Meaning
They shall have like portions to eat, beside that which cometh of the sale of his patrimony.
Context Explained
6And if a Levite come from any of thy gates out of all Israel, where he sojourned, and come with all the desire of his mind unto the place which the LORD shall choose;
7Then he shall minister in the name of the LORD his God, as all his brethren the Levites do, which stand there before the LORD.
8They shall have like portions to eat, beside that which cometh of the sale of his patrimony.
9When thou art come into the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee, thou shalt not learn to do after the abominations of those nations.
10There shall not be found among you any one that maketh his son or his daughter to pass through the fire, or that useth divination, or an observer of times, or an enchanter, or a witch,
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Acts 4:34-35
Both passages emphasize sharing resources and ensuring that all members of the community are provided for.
2 Corinthians 8:14
This verse discusses equality in sharing, reflecting the principle of equal portions in Deuteronomy.
Matthew 25:35
This verse highlights the importance of caring for others, aligning with the communal aspect of provision in Deuteronomy.
Source: Deuteronomy 18:8