The second person mentioned in the Bible as offering a tithe was Abraham’s grandson Jacob. He promised that if God would bless him, he would give to God “a tenth of everything” he received. (Genesis 28:20-22) According to some Bible scholars, Jacob likely paid this tithe in the form of animal sacrifices. While Jacob bound himself by this ...

Such tithes were in addition to the firstfruits they were under obligation to offer to Jehovah. — Ex 23:19; 34:26 . The first tithe, consisting of one tenth of the produce of the land and fruit trees and (evidently of the increase ) of the herds and flocks, was brought to the sanctuary and given to the Levites, since they had no inheritance ...

However, the Bible makes it clear that this Law —including the “commandment to collect tithes” —does not apply to Christians. — Hebrews 7: 5, 18; Colossians 2: 13, 14 . Rather than giving required tithes and offerings, Jehovah’s Witnesses imitate the early Christians and support their ministry in two ways: by performing their ...

A tenth part, or 10 percent, given or paid as a tribute, especially for religious purposes. It is also called a “tithe,” and giving it is called “tithing.”

Some wonder how Jehovah’s Witnesses get money to finance and support their preaching, translation, and disaster relief work.

Nakikinabang hindi lang ang tumatanggap kundi pati na ang nagbibigay. Sinabi ni Jesus sa Gawa 20:35 na ‘may higit na kaligayahan sa pagbibigay kaysa sa pagtanggap.’

The Bible says: “A true friend shows love at all times and is a brother who is born for times of distress.”—Proverbs 17:17. The Bible contains advice that can help you to battle loneliness by strengthening your friendships. Read the article “Fight Loneliness With …

In addition, we produce Bible-based audio and video programs. We also conduct schools that train elders and full-time ministers to be more effective in their assignments. Disaster Relief: We provide food, water, and housing for those who have …

The Bible, however, uses the word “Armageddon” to refer to a war between “the kings of the entire inhabited earth,” or human governments, and God. a ( Revelation 16:14, 16 ) Armageddon will not involve random destruction, leaving behind …

Para suportahan ang tunay na pagsamba, inutusan ang sinaunang Israel na magbigay ng ikapu, a o ikasampu, ng taunang kita nila. Sinabi sa kanila ng Diyos: “Taon-taon, dapat kayong magbigay ng ikasampu [o, “ikapu,” talababa] ng lahat ng ani mula sa binhing itinanim