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tenth, tenths, tithe, tithes

Definition:

The terms "tenth" and "tithe" refer to "ten percent" or "one-out-of-ten portion" of one's money, crops, livestock, or other possessions, which is given to God.

  • In the Old Testament, God instructed the Israelites to set aside a tenth of their belongings to give as an offering of thanksgiving to him.
  • This offering was used to support the Levite tribe of Israel who served the Israelites as priests and caretakers of the tabernacle and later, the temple.
  • In the New Testament, God does not require giving a tithe, but instead he instructs believers to generously and cheerfully help people in need and support the work of Christian ministry.
  • This could also be translated as "one-tenth" or "one out of ten."

(See also: believer, Israel, Levite, livestock, Melchizedek, minister, sacrifice tabernacle, temple)

Bible References:

Word Data:##

  • Strong's: H4643, H6237, H6241, G586, G1181, G1183