Deuteronomy 18:8

They shall have like portions to eat, beside that which cometh of the sale of his patrimony.

Cross-reference

In Leviticus 7:8, the priest receives the skin of the burnt offering, paralleling the Levite's equal portion.

Nehemiah 12:44 Historical context

Nehemiah 12:44 records the restored practice of gathering portions for priests and Levites, showing historical obedience to the equal share command.

Nehemiah 12:47 Historical context

Nehemiah 12:47 continues the account, noting daily portions for singers and porters, further implementing the equal portion principle.

Paul argues gospel workers deserve support by citing the OT pattern of priests living from the temple — building directly on the Levitical provision.