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The term "distributed" in the context of the Bible often refers to the allocation or apportionment of resources, responsibilities, or spiritual gifts among individuals or groups. This concept is seen throughout both the Old and New Testaments, illustrating God's provision and the communal nature of the early Christian church.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, distribution is frequently associated with the division of land, resources, and responsibilities among the tribes of Israel. For example, in the book of Joshua, the land of Canaan is distributed among the twelve tribes of Israel as an inheritance from God. Joshua 13:7 states, "Now therefore divide this land as an inheritance to the nine tribes and the half-tribe of Manasseh." This distribution was a fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham and his descendants, emphasizing the importance of divine providence and order.

Additionally, the distribution of resources is evident in the laws concerning the Year of Jubilee, where land was to be returned to its original owners, and debts were forgiven (Leviticus 25). This ensured a fair distribution of wealth and prevented the permanent impoverishment of any family within the community.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the concept of distribution takes on a more spiritual dimension, particularly in the context of the early church. The distribution of spiritual gifts is a key theme, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:4-7 : "There are different gifts, but the same Spirit. There are different ministries, but the same Lord. There are different ways of working, but the same God works all things in all people. Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good." Here, the Apostle Paul emphasizes that spiritual gifts are distributed by the Holy Spirit to believers for the edification of the church, highlighting the unity and diversity within the body of Christ.

The distribution of material resources is also a significant aspect of the early Christian community. Acts 4:34-35 describes how the believers shared their possessions: "There were no needy ones among them, because those who owned lands or houses would sell their property, bring the proceeds from the sales, and lay them at the apostles’ feet for distribution to anyone as he had need." This practice reflects the communal and selfless nature of the early church, where resources were distributed to ensure that no member was in need.

Theological Implications

Theologically, the concept of distribution underscores the principles of stewardship, generosity, and equality. Believers are called to be stewards of the resources and gifts God has entrusted to them, using them for the benefit of others and the advancement of God's kingdom. The distribution of spiritual gifts serves to build up the church, while the distribution of material resources reflects God's heart for justice and care for the poor and marginalized.

In summary, the biblical concept of distribution encompasses both the physical and spiritual realms, demonstrating God's provision and the call for believers to live in community, sharing their resources and gifts for the common good.

Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary

(imp. & p. p.) of Distribute.

Greek

2624. katakleronomeo -- to distribute by lot
... Word Origin from kata and kleronomeo Definition to distribute by lot NASB Word Usage
distributed (1), inheritance (1). apportion an inheritance. ...
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2183. ephemeria -- a class (of priests detailed for service in the ...
... From ephemeros; diurnality, ie (specially) the quotidian rotation or class of the
Jewish priests' service at the Temple, as distributed by families -- course. ...
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1239. diadidomi -- to hand over, distribute
... Word Origin from dia and didomi Definition to hand over, distribute NASB Word Usage
distribute (1), distributed (2), distributes (1). distribute, divide, give. ...
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Strong's Hebrew

5157. nachal -- to get or take as a possession
... 1), apportion the inheritance (1), apportioned (1), apportioned for an inheritance
(1), apportioning for inheritance (1), bequeath (2), distributed (1), divide ...
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6555. parats -- to break through
... 1), breaking away (1), breaks through (2), broke (1), broke down (1), broken (3),
broken down (5), broken through (2), destroyed (1), distributed (1), employ ...
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2505a. chalaq -- to divide, share
... share NASB Word Usage allot him a portion (1), allotted (3), apportion (2), apportions
(1), assigned (1), disperse (1), distribute (1), distributed (2), divide ...
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Library

How Practical Life is Distributed among Many Different Professions ...
... The Conferences of John Cassian. Chapter IV. How practical life is distributed
among many different professions and interests. This ...
/.../cassian/the conferences of john cassian/chapter iv how practical life.htm

How the Entire City of Jerusalem was Demolished, Excepting Three ...
... The Entire City Of Jerusalem Was Demolished, Excepting Three Towers; And How Titus
Commended His Soldiers In A Speech Made To Them, And Distributed Rewards To ...
/.../chapter 1 how the entire.htm

Wherefore Even they which Having Relinquished or Distributed their ...
... Section 33. Wherefore even they which having relinquished or distributed their
former? 33. Wherefore even they which having relinquished ...
/.../augustine/of the work of monks /section 33 wherefore even they.htm

I have not Dealt with any Details Touching Distributed Ownership.. ...
... Chapter 49 I have not dealt with any details touching distributed ownership?
I have not dealt with any details touching distributed ...
/.../chesterton/whats wrong with the world/chapter 49 i have not.htm

December 10. "According to the Measure of the Rule which God Hath ...
... DECEMBER 10. "According to the measure of the rule which God hath distributed"
(II. ... "According to the measure of the rule which God hath distributed" (II. Cor. ...
/.../simpson/days of heaven upon earth /december 10 according to the.htm

Whether Two Species of Justice are Suitably Assigned, viz. ...
... Now it is hurtful to the common good of the many, if the goods of the community
are distributed among many, both because the goods of the community would be ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether two species of justice.htm

Epistle xxx. To Mauricius Augustus.
... The thirty pounds of gold which my fellow-servant Busa brought, Scribo [1599] has
distributed faithfully to priests, persons in need, and others. ...
/.../the epistles of saint gregory the great/epistle xxx to mauricius augustus.htm

*** end of this project gutenberg ebook history of egypt, chaldaea ...
... phrase "Project Gutenberg" appears, or with which the phrase "Project Gutenberg"
is associated) is accessed, displayed, performed, viewed, copied or distributed ...
/.../end of this project.htm

Of Marriage Between Blood-Relations, in Regard to which the ...
... by various relationships; and one man should not himself sustain many relationships,
but that the various relationships should be distributed among several ...
/.../augustine/city of god/chapter 16 of marriage between blood-relations.htm

Thesaurus

Distributed (30 Occurrences)
... (imp. & pp) of Distribute. Multi-Version Concordance Distributed (30 Occurrences).
Matthew 14:19 and He told all the people to sit down on the grass. ...
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Distribute (23 Occurrences)
... the seven loaves He blessed them, and broke them into portions and proceeded to
give them to His disciples for them to distribute, and they distributed them to ...
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Inheritances (7 Occurrences)
... Inheritances (7 Occurrences). Joshua 13:32 These are the inheritances which Moses
distributed in the plains of Moab, beyond the Jordan at Jericho, eastward. ...
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Irrigation
... As streams were few in Palestine, water was generally stored up in winter in reservoirs,
and distributed through gardens in numerous rills, which could easily ...
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Territories (12 Occurrences)
... (DBY NAS RSV). Joshua 13:32 These are the inheritances which Moses distributed in
the plains of Moab, beyond the Jordan at Jericho, eastward. (See NAS). ...
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Apportioned (24 Occurrences)
... Joshua 13:32 These are the inheritances which Moses distributed in the plains
of Moab, beyond the Jordan at Jericho, eastward. (See NAS). ...
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Tribal (25 Occurrences)
... Canaan, which Eleazar the priest, and Joshua the son of Nun, and the heads of the
fathers' houses of the tribes of the children of Israel, distributed unto them ...
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Nun (31 Occurrences)
... of Canaan, which Eleazar the priest, Joshua the son of Nun, and the heads of the
fathers' houses of the tribes of the children of Israel, distributed to them ...
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Inherit (98 Occurrences)
... Joshua 13:32 These are the inheritances which Moses distributed in the plains
of Moab, beyond the Jordan at Jericho, eastward. (Root ...
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Rule (291 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). 1 Corinthians 7:17 Only, as the Lord has distributed to each man, as
God has called each, so let him walk. So I command in all the assemblies. ...
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Resources

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Distributed (30 Occurrences)

Matthew 14:19
and He told all the people to sit down on the grass. Then He took the five loaves and the two fish, and after looking up to heaven and blessing them, He broke up the loaves and gave them to the disciples, and the disciples distributed them to the people.
(WEY)

Matthew 15:36
and He took the seven loaves and the fish, and after giving thanks He broke them up and then distributed them to the disciples, and they to the people.
(WEY)

Mark 8:6
So He passed the word to the people to sit down on the ground. Then taking the seven loaves He blessed them, and broke them into portions and proceeded to give them to His disciples for them to distribute, and they distributed them to the people.
(WEY)

John 6:11
Jesus took the loaves; and having given thanks, he distributed to the disciples, and the disciples to those who were sitting down; likewise also of the fish as much as they desired.
(WEB KJV WEY ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)

Acts 2:3
Tongues like fire appeared and were distributed to them, and one sat on each of them.
(WEB RSV)

Acts 2:45
They sold their possessions and goods, and distributed them to all, according as anyone had need.
(WEB WEY DBY RSV)

Acts 4:35
and were laying them at the feet of the apostles, and distribution was being made to each according as any one had need.
(See NAS NIV)

Acts 13:19
When he had destroyed seven nations in the land of Canaan, he gave them their land for an inheritance, for about four hundred fifty years.
(See NAS)

1 Corinthians 7:17
Only, as the Lord has distributed to each man, as God has called each, so let him walk. So I command in all the assemblies.
(WEB KJV ASV WBS)

2 Corinthians 10:13
But we will not boast of things without our measure, but according to the measure of the rule which God hath distributed to us, a measure to reach even unto you.
(KJV WBS)

Hebrews 2:4
while God corroborated their testimony by signs and marvels and various miracles, and by gifts of the Holy Spirit distributed in accordance with His own will.
(WEY RSV NIV)

Genesis 33:1
And Jacob lifted up his eyes and looked, and behold, Esau was coming, and with him four hundred men. And he distributed the children to Leah, and to Rachel, and to the two maidservants:
(DBY)

Numbers 26:55
But let the distribution of the land be made by the decision of the Lord: by the names of the tribes of their fathers let their heritage be given them.
(See NIV)

Numbers 26:56
As it is ordered by the decision of the Lord, let distribution be made between those who are more in number and those who are less.
(See NIV)

Joshua 13:32
These are the inheritances which Moses distributed in the plains of Moab, beyond the Jordan at Jericho, eastward.
(WEB JPS ASV WBS RSV)

Joshua 14:1
These are the inheritances which the children of Israel took in the land of Canaan, which Eleazar the priest, Joshua the son of Nun, and the heads of the fathers' houses of the tribes of the children of Israel, distributed to them,
(WEB KJV JPS ASV WBS RSV)

Joshua 18:2
And there remained among the children of Israel seven tribes whose inheritance had not been distributed to them.
(DBY)

Joshua 18:10
And Joshua made the distribution for them in Shiloh by the decision of the Lord, marking out the land for the children of Israel by their divisions.
(See NIV)

Joshua 19:51
These are the inheritances, which Eleazar the priest, Joshua the son of Nun, and the heads of the fathers' houses of the tribes of the children of Israel, distributed for inheritance by lot in Shiloh before Yahweh, at the door of the Tent of Meeting. So they made an end of dividing the land.
(WEB JPS ASV DBY NAS RSV)

2 Samuel 6:19
He dealt among all the people, even among the whole multitude of Israel, both to men and women, to everyone a cake of bread, and a portion of flesh, and a cake of raisins. So all the people departed everyone to his house.
(See NAS RSV)

1 Chronicles 6:60
and out of the tribe of Benjamin, Geba with its suburbs, and Allemeth with its suburbs, and Anathoth with its suburbs. All their cities throughout their families were thirteen cities.
(See NIV)

1 Chronicles 16:3
He dealt to everyone of Israel, both man and woman, to every one a loaf of bread, and a portion of flesh, and a cake of raisins.
(See NAS RSV)

1 Chronicles 24:3
And David distributed them, both Zadok of the sons of Eleazar, and Ahimelech of the sons of Ithamar, according to their offices in their service.
(KJV DBY WBS)

2 Chronicles 11:23
And he dealt wisely, and dispersed of all his sons throughout all the lands of Judah and Benjamin, unto every fortified city; and he gave them victual in abundance. And he sought for them many wives.
(See NAS RSV)

2 Chronicles 23:18
Jehoiada appointed the officers of the house of Yahweh under the hand of the priests the Levites, whom David had distributed in the house of Yahweh, to offer the burnt offerings of Yahweh, as it is written in the law of Moses, with rejoicing and with singing, according to the order of David.
(WEB KJV JPS ASV WBS)

2 Chronicles 31:16
besides those who were reckoned by genealogy of males, from three years old and upward, even everyone who entered into the house of Yahweh, as the duty of every day required, for their service in their offices according to their divisions;
(See NIV)

Esther 2:18
Then the king made a great feast for all his princes and his servants, even Esther's feast; and he proclaimed a holiday in the provinces, and gave gifts according to the king's bounty.
(See NIV)

Job 38:24
By what way is the lightning distributed, or the east wind scattered on the earth?
(WEB RSV)

Psalms 112:9
He has dispersed, he has given to the poor. His righteousness endures forever. His horn will be exalted with honor.
(See RSV)

Micah 2:4
In that day shall they take up a proverb concerning you, and lament with a doleful lamentation, and say, We are utterly spoiled: he hath changed the portion of my people: how hath he removed it from me! He hath distributed our fields to the rebellious.
(DBY)

Subtopics

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