Questions tagged [tithe]

A contribution of one tenth, mandated in ancient Israel, and also sometimes levied by the church through its history. The term is also sometimes used for modern-day contributions to the church.

Use this tag for questions about the Old Testament tithe, or by the compulsory contribution levied by the church. Consider using 'offering' for questions about modern-day voluntary contributions to the church.

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What do you tithe from? Why tithe income?

According to Scripture, we should pay tithe from increase from our land and cattle. I don't find anything about tithing monetary income, so why do you pay from income or salary? Also, if the income you receive has already been tithed, should you…
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Do we have to tithe our time as well?

Some preachers teach that Tithing does not only mean material things, but it also means giving 10% of your time as well. Some even say 10% of your everything, like your thoughts, your desires, your food, etc. Is there any ambiguous1 reference from…
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Is tithing something necessary under the new covenant?

Possible Duplicate: What does the Bible say about tithing? Before you answer please remember that tithing and giving are not the same thing.
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