Deuteronomy 14:28

Amharic Gamo (ጋሞ ማጻፋ)

ሄን ላይን ላይን ኡባ ዎዴ ኢንቴ ካፌ ኬሲዛ ዱማ ኣስራታ ኢንቴ ዲዛ ካታማታን ሺሺቴ።

What Does This Mean?

This verse instructs that every third year, one should set aside a tenth of their harvest and keep it within their community. God is speaking through Moses, emphasizing the importance of generosity and community support.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a big jar where you save your candy every three years. Instead of eating it all yourself, you keep it at home so your friends can share it too when they visit. It’s like sharing your treats with others.

Historical Background

Moses delivered this instruction to the Israelites during their journey in the wilderness. This law was part of the broader Mosaic Law, designed to ensure social welfare and support for those in need within the community.

Living It Out Today

In modern terms, think about saving money in a community fund every three years to support local charities or community projects. This verse encourages us to think about how we can share our resources to help others.

Topics

• generosity
• community support
• tithing
• social welfare
• faithfulness

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 26:12
• Proverbs 11:24
• 2 Corinthians 9:7
• Leviticus 27:30
• Matthew 23:23

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of setting aside the tithe every three years?

The purpose is to support those in need within the community, ensuring that resources are shared and distributed fairly, especially to the poor and travelers.

How does this verse relate to modern financial practices?

It encourages the practice of setting aside a portion of one's income for charitable purposes, promoting generosity and community support in a structured way.

Can this verse be applied to non-religious contexts?

Yes, the principle of sharing resources to support the community can be applied to various non-religious contexts, such as setting up community funds for local projects.

What does this verse teach about community responsibility?

It teaches that community responsibility involves actively contributing to the well-being of others, especially through financial and material support.