The concept of "cheaper" in the Bible is not directly addressed with the modern economic term, but the principles surrounding value, cost, and stewardship are deeply embedded in biblical teachings. The Bible provides guidance on the wise use of resources, fair trade, and the dangers of greed, which can be related to the idea of seeking cheaper alternatives.

Biblical Principles of Stewardship

The Bible emphasizes the importance of stewardship, which involves managing resources wisely and responsibly. In the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30), Jesus illustrates the importance of using what we have been given to produce more, rather than simply seeking the cheapest or easiest route. The servants who invested wisely were rewarded, while the one who did nothing out of fear of loss was reprimanded.

Fair Trade and Honest Transactions

Scripture advocates for honest and fair dealings in trade and commerce. Proverbs 11:1 states, "Dishonest scales are an abomination to the LORD, but an accurate weight is His delight." This verse underscores the importance of integrity over merely seeking cheaper prices through dishonest means. The pursuit of cheaper goods should not compromise ethical standards or exploit others.

Contentment and Avoidance of Greed

The Bible warns against the dangers of greed and the relentless pursuit of wealth. Hebrews 13:5 advises, "Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, for God has said: 'Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you.'" This teaching encourages believers to find contentment in God's provision rather than constantly seeking cheaper options to accumulate more.

Generosity and Sharing

The early church exemplified a community where resources were shared, and needs were met without the primary focus on cost. Acts 2:44-45 describes, "All the believers were together and had everything in common. Selling their possessions and goods, they shared with anyone who was in need." This model reflects a spirit of generosity over the pursuit of cheaper goods for personal gain.

Conclusion

While the Bible does not explicitly discuss the concept of "cheaper," it provides a framework for understanding the value of resources, the importance of ethical transactions, and the call to contentment and generosity. These principles guide believers in making decisions that honor God and reflect His character in all aspects of life, including economic choices.

Studies in the Book of Common Prayer
... BY. HERBERT MORTIMER LUCKOCK, DD. DEAN OF LICHFIELD. NEW AND CHEAPER EDITION (1896).
NEW IMPRESSION. LONGMANS, GREEN, AND CO. 39 PATERNOSTER ROW, LONDON. ...
/.../luckock/studies in the book of common prayer/title page.htm

The Romance of Orthodoxy
... So, to take a cheaper instance, the man who hates "progressives" in London
always calls himself a "progressive" in South Africa. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/chesterton/orthodoxy/viii the romance of orthodoxy.htm

A Liberal Education: and Where to Find It.
... They declare that ignorance makes bad workmen; that England will soon be unable
to turn out cotton goods, or steam engines, cheaper than other people; and then ...
/.../huxley/lay sermons addresses and reviews/iii a liberal education and.htm

First Evangelistic Efforts
... A wheel-barrow is cheaper than a sedan, only requiring one coolie; but is
by no means an agreeable conveyance on rough, dirty roads. ...
/.../taylor/a retrospect/chapter x first evangelistic efforts.htm

The Costliness of Prayer
... of prayer,""Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and
it shall be opened unto you." Now what could possibly be cheaper than just ...
/.../whyte/lord teach us to pray/xvi the costliness of prayer.htm

Concerning the Sacrament of Baptism
... worthinesses, its reservations, its restrictions, and other like nets for catching
money; so that the water of baptism would be sold no cheaper than parchments ...
/.../first principles of the reformation/concerning the sacrament of baptism.htm

Habits and Condition of the People. Mission Work and Retirement.
... Like their brethren in the plains, the people in the hills live chiefly on
cereals"the cheaper cereals"and vegetables; but, like most below, including even ...
/.../chapter xxiii habits and condition.htm

These Things, My Brother Aurelius, Most Dear unto Me...
... For those persons, hawking about a venal hypocrisy, fear lest shorn sanctity be
held cheaper than long-haired; because forsooth he who sees them shall call to ...
/.../augustine/of the work of monks /section 38 these things my.htm

Lutherans in vibginia.
... Says Muhlenberg, Sr.: "If dissenting parties were married by their own pastors,
this was not legal, and they could not get off any cheaper than by paying the ...
//christianbookshelf.org/bente/american lutheranism/lutherans in vibginia.htm

And Now, as this Book is Drawing to a Close...
... Gudge wants women-workers because they are cheaper; Hudge calls the woman's work
"freedom to live her own life." Gudge wants steady and obedient workmen, Hudge ...
/.../chesterton/whats wrong with the world/chapter 45 and now as.htm

Cheaper (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Cheaper (1 Occurrence). John 2:10 and said to him,
"Everyone serves the good wine first, and when the guests ...
/c/cheaper.htm - 6k

Cinnamon (4 Occurrences)
... In commerce the cheaper Cassia ligra of China is sometimes substituted for true
cinnamon, and it is thought by some authorities that this was the true cinnamon ...
/c/cinnamon.htm - 10k

Cheapen (1 Occurrence)

/c/cheapen.htm - 6k

Cheaply (1 Occurrence)

/c/cheaply.htm - 6k

Afford (12 Occurrences)
... vt) To offer, provide, or supply, as in selling, granting, expending, with profit,
or without loss or too great injury; as, A affords his goods cheaper than B ...
/a/afford.htm - 11k

Tools (3 Occurrences)
... for granted. In fact, iron was hard to work and expensive, and bronze probably
persisted for a while as a cheaper material. Stone ...
/t/tools.htm - 14k

Seal (47 Occurrences)
... In ancient times, almost every variety of precious stones was used for seals,
as well as cheaper material, such as limestone or terra-cotta. ...
/s/seal.htm - 38k

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