In the context of the Bible, the term "package" is not explicitly mentioned in the text. However, the concept of a package, as a collection or bundle of items, can be related to various biblical themes and narratives where items are gathered, transported, or presented together.

Biblical Instances and Symbolism

1. Gifts and Offerings: The idea of a package can be associated with the gifts and offerings presented to God or to individuals. In Genesis 43:11, Jacob instructs his sons to take a "gift" to the Egyptian ruler, which included a variety of items: "So their father Israel said to them, 'If it must be so, then do this: Take some of the best products of the land in your bags and carry them down as a gift for the man—a little balm and a little honey, spices and myrrh, pistachios and almonds.'" This collection of goods can be seen as a package intended to curry favor and show respect.

2. Ark of the Covenant: The Ark of the Covenant can be viewed as a divine package, containing sacred items such as the tablets of the Ten Commandments, Aaron's rod, and a pot of manna (Hebrews 9:4). This holy container symbolized God's covenant with Israel and His presence among His people.

3. Bundles of Wheat: In the account of Joseph, bundles or sheaves of wheat play a significant role in his prophetic dreams. Genesis 37:7 states, "We were binding sheaves of grain in the field, and suddenly my sheaf rose and stood upright, while your sheaves gathered around and bowed down to my sheaf." These bundles symbolize the future authority Joseph would hold over his brothers.

4. Parables of Jesus: Jesus often used everyday items and scenarios in His parables to convey spiritual truths. While not directly referring to a package, the parable of the hidden treasure (Matthew 13:44) and the pearl of great value (Matthew 13:45-46) illustrate the concept of gathering and valuing what is precious, akin to assembling a package of great worth.

5. Travel and Provision: In biblical times, travelers often carried packages of provisions for their journeys. When Jesus sent out the twelve disciples, He instructed them to take minimal provisions, emphasizing reliance on God's provision (Mark 6:8-9): "Take nothing for the journey except a staff—no bread, no bag, no money in your belts."

Spiritual Application

The concept of a package can also be applied metaphorically to the spiritual gifts and talents bestowed upon believers. In 1 Corinthians 12, Paul discusses the variety of spiritual gifts given by the Holy Spirit, which together form a complete package for the edification of the church. Each believer contributes uniquely to the body of Christ, much like individual items within a package contribute to its overall purpose.

Conclusion

While the Bible does not specifically mention "packages," the concept is woven throughout Scripture in various forms, symbolizing gifts, divine presence, authority, and spiritual provision. These instances reflect the broader biblical themes of God's provision, the value of what is sacred, and the unity and diversity within the body of Christ.1. (n.) Act or process of packing.

2. (n.) A bundle made up for transportation; a packet; a bale; a parcel; as, a package of goods.

3. (n.) A charge made for packing goods.

4. (n.) A duty formerly charged in the port of London on goods imported or exported by aliens, or by denizens who were the sons of aliens.

3666. kinah -- a bundle, pack
... wares. From kana' in the sense of folding (compare kanac); a package -- wares. see
HEBREW kana'. see HEBREW kanac. 3665, 3666. kinah. 3667 . Strong's Numbers
/hebrew/3666.htm - 6k

6872. tsrowr -- a bundle, parcel, pouch, bag
... Or (shorter) tsror {tser-ore'}; from tsarar; a parcel (as packed up); also a kernel
or particle (as if a package) -- bag, X bendeth, bundle, least grain, small ...
/hebrew/6872.htm - 5k

Money for Postage.
... One day, this Summer, the postman brought me a package of magazines and a letter.
I began to undo the package, eager to scan their welcome pages. ...
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Drunkenness.
... not more than twenty-five, wearing thread-bare clothes, and looking as hard as if
he had not seen a sober day for a month, came in with a little package in his ...
/.../judy/questionable amusements and worthy substitutes/ii drunkenness.htm

Temptations.
... it. Lovingly your friend,. Lizzie. On receiving the package, Bessie looked at
the corset and said, "Mama, shall I wear it?". Mrs. Worthington ...
/.../byrum/the value of a praying mother/chapter xvii temptations.htm

To Mr. W. Hitchin
... 1st, Mr. Borrego's bill of 3084 reals, of which 1760 are for the printing of the
Basque Gospel, the remainder is for advertisements, boxes, package and freight ...
//christianbookshelf.org/borrow/letters of george borrow/to mr w hitchin.htm

What I Think of Myself and what God Thinks of Me
... Yes, and a thousand smugglers that go across a frontier, each with a little package
of contraband goods that does not pay any duty, make a large aggregate at ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture g/what i think of myself.htm

To the Rev. A. Brandram
... this morning I visited the petty bookseller of the place, Longoria, and having arranged
preliminaries with him I sent him in the evening a package of forty ...
/.../borrow/letters of george borrow/to the rev a brandram 30.htm

Robbie Goodman's Prayer
... [Illustration: ]. A few days afterward Robert Goodman received a large package from
an unknown friend containing a warm overcoat and three pairs of shoes. ...
/.../touching incidents and remarkable answers to prayer/robbie goodmans prayer.htm

What the Big Chest Contained
... There were in it a package of old letters, various articles of clothing, a few trinkets,
etc.; but only that part of the contents that was carefully packed in ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/byrum/how john became a man/chapter iii what the big.htm

Personal Notes: Relics Nearby that the Three Kings had Given to ...
... I had forgotten where all these things were. A few days later, when the little package
returned, she gave it to the writer to open, as she herself was ill. ...
/.../the life of the blessed virgin mary/xv personal notes relics nearby.htm

Personal Characteristics.
... It was very natural that the young evangelist should consult John Wesley on the
matter, but the only help he received was a package of books, including two ...
//christianbookshelf.org/maclean/william black/vi personal characteristics.htm

Package (1 Occurrence)
... 1. (n.) Act or process of packing. 2. (n.) A bundle made up for transportation;
a packet; a bale; a parcel; as, a package of goods. ...Package (1 Occurrence). ...
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Bundle (8 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) A number of things bound together, as by a cord or envelope, into a mass
or package convenient for handling or conveyance; a loose package; a roll; as ...
/b/bundle.htm - 10k

Wares (23 Occurrences)
... mekher, "price" or "pay," value, merchandise (Nehemiah 13:16); (3) mimkar, a "selling,"
the thing sold (Nehemiah 13:20); (4) kin`ah, a "package," hence, wares ...
/w/wares.htm - 15k

Express (13 Occurrences)
... 13. (v.) To send by express messenger; to forward by special opportunity, or through
the medium of an express; as, to express a package. Int. ...
/e/express.htm - 12k

Manifest (74 Occurrences)
... 4. (n.) A list or invoice of a ship's cargo, containing a description by marks,
numbers, etc., of each package of goods, to be exhibited at the customhouse. ...
/m/manifest.htm - 33k

Packed (3 Occurrences)

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Pacify (4 Occurrences)

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Parcel (10 Occurrences)
... a collection; a group. 4. (n.) A number or quantity of things put up together;
a bundle; a package; a packet. 5. (vt) To divide ...
/p/parcel.htm - 11k

Break (257 Occurrences)
... 2. (vt) To lay open as by breaking; to divide; as, to break a package of goods.
3. (vt) To lay open, as a purpose; to disclose, divulge, or communicate. ...
/b/break.htm - 46k

Bolt (5 Occurrences)
... 6. (n.) A compact package or roll of cloth, as of canvas or silk, often
containing about forty yards. 7. (n.) A bundle, as of osiers. ...
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