Ecclesiastes 11:2

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Share what you have with seven or eight others, because you never know when disaster may strike.

Cross References

Nehemiah 8:10

Nehemiah told the people, “Enjoy your good food and wine and share some with those who didn't have anything to bring. Don't be sad! This is a special day for the LORD, and he will make you happy and strong.”

Esther 9:19

This is why the Jews in the villages now celebrate on the fourteenth day of the month. It is a joyful holiday that they celebrate by feasting and sending gifts of food to each other.

Esther 9:22

the days when we Jews defeated our enemies. Remember this month as a time when our sorrow was turned to joy, and celebration took the place of crying. Celebrate by having parties and by giving to the poor and by sharing gifts of food with each other.

Job 5:19

God will protect you from harm, no matter how often trouble may strike.

Psalm 112:9

They will always be remembered and greatly praised, because they were kind and freely gave to the poor.

Proverbs 19:17

Caring for the poor is lending to the LORD, and you will be well repaid.

Proverbs 6:16

There are six or seven kinds of people the LORD doesn't like:

Ecclesiastes 11:3

Rain clouds always bring rain; trees always stay wherever they fall.

Ecclesiastes 11:8

Even if you live to a ripe old age, you should try to enjoy each day, because darkness will come and will last a long time. Nothing makes sense.

Ecclesiastes 12:1

Keep your Creator in mind while you are young! In years to come, you will be burdened down with troubles and say, “I don't enjoy life any more.”

Daniel 4:27

Your Majesty, please be willing to do what I say. Turn from your sins and start living right; have mercy on those who are ill-treated. Then all will go well with you for a long time.

Micah 5:5

because he will bring peace. Let Assyria attack our country and our palaces. We will counter-attack, led by a number of rulers

Matthew 18:22

Jesus answered: Not just seven times, but seventy-seven times!

Matthew 5:42

When people ask you for something, give it to them. When they want to borrow money, lend it to them.

Luke 17:4

Even if one of them ill-treats you seven times in one day and says, “I am sorry,” you should still forgive that person.

Galatians 6:1

My friends, you are spiritual. So if someone is trapped in sin, you should gently lead that person back to the right path. But watch out, and don't be tempted yourself.

Ephesians 5:16

These are evil times, so make every minute count.

Hebrews 13:3

Remember the Lord's people who are in jail and be concerned for them. Don't forget those who are suffering, but imagine that you are there with them.

1 Samuel 25:8

Ask your shepherds, and they'll tell you the same thing. My servants are your servants, and you are like a father to me. This is a day for celebrating, so please be kind and share some of your food with us.