Tithed: meaning, definitions and examples
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tithed
[ taษชรฐd ]
religious practice
To tithe means to give a tenth of one's income, typically to support religious institutions or charities. This practice has its roots in various religious traditions, especially within Christianity and Judaism, where it is seen as a way to acknowledge one's blessings and support the work of the church or community. Tithing is often regarded as a moral obligation for believers, representing both an act of faith and a commitment to stewardship. The practice can vary widely in terms of what is included in the calculation of 'income' and how the tithed amount is allocated within a religious institution.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Many congregants tithe to support their local church.
- He decided to tithe his bonus to a charity.
- Tithing is a common practice among many religious groups.
Translations
Translations of the word "tithed" in other languages:
๐ต๐น dizimado
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฆเคถเคฎเคพเคเคถ
๐ฉ๐ช zehnten
๐ฎ๐ฉ diberikan sebagai perpuluhan
๐บ๐ฆ ะดะตัััะธะฝั
๐ต๐ฑ dziesiฤcina
๐ฏ๐ต ๅๅใฎไธ
๐ซ๐ท dรฎme
๐ช๐ธ diezmo
๐น๐ท ondalฤฑk
๐ฐ๐ท ์ญ์ผ์กฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุนุดุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ desรกtek
๐ธ๐ฐ desiatok
๐จ๐ณ ๅๅไนไธ
๐ธ๐ฎ desetina
๐ฎ๐ธ tรญund
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะพะฝะดัา
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ onuncu
๐ฒ๐ฝ diezmo
Etymology
The word 'tithe' originates from the Old English 'teogotha', which literally means 'tenth part.' This term is derived from the Proto-Germanic '*tehunditho', which similarly connotes the idea of a tenth. In medieval Europe, tithing was established as a formal practice, primarily within the Christian faith, where it was mandated that congregants donate a tenth of their annual harvest or income to support the church. The practice can also be traced back to biblical sources, particularly in the Old Testament, where it is mentioned in the context of agricultural produce and livestock. Over the centuries, the specifics of tithing evolved, and while it remains a foundational element in some religions, its interpretation and implementation can vary widely. In modern contexts, tithing encompasses not just monetary contributions but also acts of service and support for community initiatives.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #38,516, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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