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Scrip

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A scrip was a small leather bag or wallet used by shepherds and travelers to carry food and other necessities. Jesus instructed His disciples in certain missions not to take such a bag.
Biblical Usage
David carried a shepherd’s bag. Jesus instructed his disciples on certain missions not to take a scrip, emphasizing their dependence on the provision associated with their mission.
Scripture References
1 Samuel 17:40 Matthew 10:10 Mark 6:8 Luke 9:3 Luke 10:4 Luke 22:35