5 pairs
Deuteronomy 14:2 describes Israel as a holy people chosen by God, which is echoed in 1 Peter 2:9 where believers are called a chosen generation and a royal priesthood.
Thematic focusChosen People, Holiness, Identity in God.
Deuteronomy 14:3 begins the dietary laws for Israel, which are detailed in Leviticus 11, outlining clean and unclean animals.
Thematic focusDietary Laws, Holiness, Obedience.
Deuteronomy 14:22 commands the Israelites to tithe, which is reiterated in Malachi 3:10 as a call to bring tithes into the storehouse, promising blessings from God.
Thematic focusTithing, Obedience, Blessing.
Deuteronomy 14:23 emphasizes tithing as a way to learn to fear the Lord, which aligns with Matthew 6:33's call to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness.
Thematic focusFear of the Lord, Prioritizing God, Righteousness.
Deuteronomy 14:28-29 instructs the Israelites to provide for the Levites, foreigners, orphans, and widows, which is mirrored in Acts 4:34-35 where the early church shares resources to ensure no one is in need.
Thematic focusProvision, Community, Generosity.