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Definition for Tithe A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Tithe: A tithe is a practice originating from the Old Testament in which one tenth or ten percent is given to God; this was a matter of law and therefore a requirement. God, however, doesn't appreciate tithes that are given legalistically or with a obligatory attitude, but desires tithes and offerings that are given freely and out of love and gratitude. Today some people maintain the concept of a tithe as presented in the Old Testament, whereas others feel that this changed with Jesus (as did much else) viewing a tithe more as a principle, guideline, or concept, than a rigid requirement. Also, it is often stated that a tithe should go to the local church, but a more correct rendering would be that a tithe goes to God, be it through a local church or by some other means. (See our Internet resources page for sites with more information on this topic.) |
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