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A tithe is 10% of your income given to God, specifically to your local church. The word "tithe" comes from the Hebrew maaser, meaning "tenth." It's one of the clearest financial commands in Scripture, appearing from Genesis to the New Testament.
The tithe isn't giving — it's returning. Proverbs 3:9 instructs believers to "honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops." The tithe acknowledges that everything belongs to God and that you're trusting Him with your finances.
"Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this, says the LORD Almighty, and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it."Malachi 3:10 (NIV)
This is the most common tithing question — and the Bible doesn't give a direct answer because income taxes didn't exist in biblical Israel. Here's how to think through it:
Tithing on gross income (pre-tax) reflects the "first fruits" principle. You give before anything is taken out — including taxes, health insurance, or 401(k) contributions. This is the most common recommendation among pastors because it prioritizes God's portion first.
Tithing on net income (post-tax) is based on the reasoning that you never actually received the withheld portion. If you never had it, some argue, you can't tithe on it. Many Christians tithe on take-home pay and give additional offerings above the tithe.
Both approaches are faithful. The question is less about the exact calculation and more about the condition of your heart. Use the calculator above to see both amounts and pray through which reflects your commitment to give generously.
"Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You give a tenth of your spices — mint, dill and cumin. But you have neglected the more important matters of the law — justice, mercy and faithfulness. You should have practiced the latter, without neglecting the former."Matthew 23:23 (NIV)
Enter your income in the field above and select whether it's weekly, monthly, or annual. Toggle between gross (pre-tax) and net (post-tax) — if you select net, a second field appears for your take-home amount. Adjust the percentage slider (default 10%) to see how giving above or below the traditional tithe changes your numbers. The calculator instantly shows your monthly, annual, and weekly tithe amounts.
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The Bible doesn't specify — income taxes didn't exist in biblical Israel. Most pastors recommend tithing on gross (pre-tax) income to honor the "first fruits" principle, giving before anything is withheld. Others tithe on net (take-home) income since you never physically received the withheld portion. Both are valid approaches. Use the calculator above to compare both amounts and let that be a starting point for prayer.
Tithing appears throughout Scripture. In Malachi 3:10, God commands: "Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse." In Leviticus 27:30: "A tithe of everything from the land belongs to the LORD." Jesus affirmed tithing in Matthew 23:23 while emphasizing that justice, mercy, and faithfulness matter even more. The New Testament shifts the emphasis from a minimum 10% to cheerful, generous, proportional giving (2 Corinthians 9:7) — with 10% as the traditional baseline.
Tithing on gross income is the more common recommendation because it reflects giving God the first and best before any deductions — the "first fruits" principle. Tithing on net income is also widely accepted. Many Christians tithe on net and give additional offerings above the tithe. The most important thing is that you give regularly, cheerfully, and as a genuine act of faith — not out of obligation. Use this calculator to see both amounts and decide what reflects your heart.
Multiply your income by 0.10. Examples: $60,000 annual income → $6,000/year ($500/month, $115.38/week). $5,000 monthly income → $500/month. $1,500 weekly income → $150/week. Enter any amount in the calculator above — it automatically converts between annual, monthly, and weekly and handles any percentage from 1% to 30%.
The biblical tithe is 10% — the word "tithe" literally means "tenth." Leviticus 27:30 says: "A tithe of everything from the land belongs to the LORD." While 10% is the traditional starting point, many Christians give above and beyond through freewill offerings. The New Testament encourages giving proportionally and generously, not reluctantly (2 Corinthians 9:6-7). The slider on this calculator lets you explore any percentage from 1% to 30%.
Start where you are. Many financial counselors and pastors recommend starting with 1% and increasing over time as you experience God's faithfulness. The principle behind tithing isn't a legalistic rule — it's training your heart to trust God with your finances. A tithe of 1% given faithfully and joyfully honors God more than a strained 10% that leaves you anxious. Use the slider to find a starting percentage that builds the habit, then increase it as your income grows or your faith deepens.