TITHE

Definition

A tenth. The proportion of a man's income devoted to sacred purposes, prescribed by the Mosaic Law for the support of the priesthood. A twofold tithe was required of each Jewish citizen. Every third year, a special provision was made for the poor, either out of the second tithe or in addition to it. Jesus criticized people who were careful to tithe their material possessions, yet neglected to show love and compassion toward their fellow men.

References

Leviticus 27:30, Leviticus 27:32, Numbers 18:26, Deuteronomy 12:17, Deuteronomy 14:22, Deuteronomy 14:23, Deuteronomy 14:28, 2 Chronicles 31:5, 2 Chronicles 31:6, Nehemiah 10:38, Nehemiah 13:12, Matthew 23:23, Luke 11:42