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Tithed: meaning, definitions and examples

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tithed

 

[ taษชรฐd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

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

contribute, donate, offer

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น dizimado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเคถเคฎเคพเค‚เคถ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช zehnten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ diberikan sebagai perpuluhan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะตััั‚ะธะฝัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dziesiฤ™cina

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅๅˆ†ใฎไธ€

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dรฎme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ diezmo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ondalฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹ญ์ผ์กฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุดุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ desรกtek

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ desiatok

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅๅˆ†ไน‹ไธ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ desetina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tรญund

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพะฝะดั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ—แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ onuncu

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ diezmo

Word origin

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.