In the context of the Bible, "revenues" generally refer to the income or wealth generated from various sources, such as agriculture, trade, or taxation. The concept of revenues is closely tied to themes of stewardship, justice, and the moral use of wealth. The Bible provides guidance on how revenues should be acquired and used, emphasizing righteousness and the welfare of the community.

Old Testament References

1. Agricultural Revenues: In ancient Israel, much of the economy was based on agriculture. Revenues from the land were seen as blessings from God. Deuteronomy 8:7-9 describes the Promised Land as a place of abundant resources: "For the LORD your God is bringing you into a good land, a land with streams and pools of water, with springs flowing in the valleys and hills; a land of wheat and barley, of vines and fig trees and pomegranates, a land of olive oil and honey."

2. Tithes and Offerings: The Israelites were commanded to give a portion of their revenues back to God as tithes and offerings. This practice was a recognition of God's provision and a means to support the Levites, the poor, and the work of the temple. Leviticus 27:30 states, "Thus any tithe of the land, whether from the seed of the land or the fruit of the trees, belongs to the LORD; it is holy to the LORD."

3. Just and Unjust Gains: The Bible warns against acquiring revenues through unjust means. Proverbs 16:8 teaches, "Better a little with righteousness than great gain with injustice." This highlights the importance of integrity in financial dealings.

New Testament Insights

1. Parables of Stewardship: Jesus often used parables to teach about the responsible use of resources. In the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30), the servants are entrusted with their master's wealth and are expected to manage it wisely. This parable underscores the principle that revenues should be used to further God's kingdom and purposes.

2. Generosity and Sharing: The early church exemplified a community where revenues were shared to meet the needs of all. Acts 4:34-35 describes, "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."

3. Warnings Against Greed: The New Testament cautions believers against the love of money and the pursuit of wealth for its own sake. 1 Timothy 6:10 warns, "For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. By craving it, some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows."

Theological Implications

The Bible presents revenues as a means by which individuals and communities can honor God and serve others. The acquisition and use of revenues are seen as a test of faithfulness and integrity. Believers are encouraged to view their financial resources as gifts from God, to be used for His glory and the benefit of others. The biblical perspective on revenues challenges individuals to prioritize spiritual wealth over material gain and to practice generosity, justice, and stewardship in all financial matters.

Epistle xi. To Maximianus, Bishop.
... For we learn that in the case of revenues of Churches that have been newly acquired
the canonical disposition of their fourth parts does not prevail [1535 ...
/.../the epistles of saint gregory the great/epistle xi to maximianus bishop.htm

How Herod Celebrated the Games that were to Return Every Fifth ...
... of public works, and gave them the money that was necessary to such works as wanted
it, to support them upon the failure of their other revenues: but what was ...
/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/chapter 5 how herod celebrated.htm

Whether it is Lawful to Receive Money for Things Annexed to ...
... Prelates also at times retain for themselves the revenues of prebends of which they
have the presentation, although a prebend is something annexed to a ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether it is lawful to 24.htm

The Mother of Xerxes.
... These great ancient despots, for example, would not have been able to collect their
revenues, or enlist their armies, or procure supplies for their campaigns ...
//christianbookshelf.org/abbott/xerxes/chapter i the mother of.htm

Of the State of the Primitive Church, and the Mode of Government ...
... The revenues of the Church afterwards classed under four heads. 8. A third
part of the revenues devoted to the fabric of churches. ...
/.../calvin/the institutes of the christian religion/chapter 4 of the state.htm

The Ecclesiastical Canons of the Same Holy Apostles.
... Hyperberet??us. 39. Let the bishop have the care of ecclesiastical revenues,
and administer them as in the presence of God. But ...
/.../various/constitutions of the holy apostles/the ecclesiastical canons of the.htm

The Secular Clergy
... According to the Canon Law, the bishop was only the usufructuary of the lands and
revenues belonging to his see. The lands and revenues belonged to the Church. ...
/.../medley/the church and the empire/chapter iv the secular clergy.htm

The Real Jewish Ruler.
... priest. The old man Annas was the real leader. He controlled the inner finances
and the temple revenues. To him first Jesus is taken. ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/gordon/quiet talks about jesus/the real jewish ruler.htm

Of the Life in Common, and of the Reason Why the Church Has Begun ...
... furnish a larger and better maintenance for the faithful who hold the common faith,
not only in present but also in future times, out of the revenues of such ...
//christianbookshelf.org/unknown/the decretals/i of the life in.htm

Epistle xxxiii. To Dynamius, Patrician.
... your Glory makes manifest to us in that, intent on your annual offering, you have
rendered the blessed Peter, Prince of the apostles, the fruits of his revenues ...
/.../epistle xxxiii to dynamius patrician.htm

Revenues (7 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Revenues (7 Occurrences). ... Proverbs 15:6 In the house of
the righteous is much treasure: but in the revenues of the wicked is trouble. ...
/r/revenues.htm - 8k

Procurator
... 2. (n.) A governor of a province under the emperors; also, one who had charge of
the imperial revenues in a province; as, the procurator of Judea. Int. ...
/p/procurator.htm - 13k

Revenue (10 Occurrences)
... (See NAS). Proverbs 15:6 In the house of the righteous is much treasure: but in
the revenues of the wicked is trouble. (Root in KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS). ...
/r/revenue.htm - 10k

Revere (26 Occurrences)

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Lysias (3 Occurrences)
... circa 166 BC) left with the government of Southern Syria and the guardianship of
his son, while he went in person into Persia to collect the revenues which were ...
/l/lysias.htm - 12k

Injustice (32 Occurrences)
... (WEB ASV NAS RSV NIV). Proverbs 16:8 Better is a little with righteousness,
than great revenues with injustice. (WEB JPS ASV NAS RSV NIV). ...
/i/injustice.htm - 15k

Farm (9 Occurrences)
... the owner. 5. (a. & n.) A district of country leased (or farmed) out for
the collection of the revenues of government. 6. (a. & ...
/f/farm.htm - 11k

Farmer (17 Occurrences)
... 4. (n.) One who takes taxes, customs, excise, or other duties, to collect, either
paying a fixed annual rent for the privilege; as, a farmer of the revenues. ...
/f/farmer.htm - 11k

Treasury (25 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) A place or building in which stores of wealth are deposited; especially,
a place where public revenues are deposited and kept, and where money is ...
/t/treasury.htm - 27k

Toll (8 Occurrences)
... One of the branches of the king of Persia's revenues (Ezra 4:13; 7:24), probably
a tax levied from those who used the bridges and fords and highways. ...
/t/toll.htm - 11k

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