Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

Give a portion to seven, and also to eight; for thou knowest not what evil shall be upon the earth.

Bible References

A portion

Nehemiah 8:10
Then he said to them, "Go your way. Eat the fat, drink the sweet, and send portions to him for whom nothing is prepared; for this day is holy to our Lord. Don't be grieved; for the joy of Yahweh is your strength."
Esther 9:19
Therefore the Jews of the villages, who live in the unwalled towns, make the fourteenth day of the month Adar a day of gladness and feasting, a good day, and a day of sending presents of food to one another.
Psalm 112:9
He has dispersed, he has given to the poor. His righteousness endures forever. His horn will be exalted with honor.
Luke 6:30
Give to everyone who asks you, and don't ask him who takes away your goods to give them back again.
1 Timothy 6:18
that they do good, that they be rich in good works, that they be ready to distribute, willing to communicate;

Seven

Job 5:19
He will deliver you in six troubles; yes, in seven no evil shall touch you.
Proverbs 6:16
There are six things which Yahweh hates; yes, seven which are an abomination to him:
Micah 5:5
He will be our peace when Assyria invades our land, and when he marches through our fortresses, then we will raise against him seven shepherds, and eight leaders of men.
Matthew 18:22
Jesus said to him, "I don't tell you until seven times, but, until seventy times seven.
Luke 17:4
If he sins against you seven times in the day, and seven times returns, saying, 'I repent,' you shall forgive him."

General references

Leviticus 19:25
In the fifth year you shall eat its fruit, that it may yield its increase to you. I am Yahweh your God.
Proverbs 3:10
so your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will overflow with new wine.
Matthew 5:42
Give to him who asks you, and don't turn away him who desires to borrow from you.