Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

Moreover from the time that I was appointed to be their governor in the land of Judah, from the twentieth year even unto the two and thirtieth year of Artaxerxes the king, that is, twelve years, I and my brethren have not eaten the bread of the governor.

The bread

Bible References

I and my

1 Corinthians 9:4
Have I no right to claim food and drink?
2 Thessalonians 3:8
I did not eat my food as a gift from any man, but in toil and travail, night and day, I worked, so that I might not be a burden to any of you.

The bread

Romans 13:6
This too, is the reason why you pay taxes; because the authorities are ministers of God's service, attending continually upon this very thing.