What does the Bible say about tithing?
Tithing is the practice of giving a portion (traditionally a tenth) of one’s income to God’s work. The Bible commends generous, cheerful, and faithful giving as an act of worship and trust.
The tithe — a tenth — appears early in the Bible and was part of Israel’s law (Leviticus 27:30). In Malachi, God invites his people to ‘bring the whole tithe into the storehouse’ and to test his faithfulness (Malachi 3:10).
The New Testament emphasizes the heart behind giving more than a fixed percentage: ‘Each of you should give what you have decided… for God loves a cheerful giver’ (2 Corinthians 9:7). Generosity reflects trust that God provides.
Whether or not one gives exactly ten percent, the consistent biblical pattern is regular, sacrificial, joyful giving to support God’s work and care for those in need — a tangible expression of worship.
Original BibleDawn answer · reviewed 2026-06. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.