Deuteronomy 14:28 Meaning and Explanation
“At the end of three years thou shalt bring forth all the tithe of thine increase the same year, and shalt lay it up within thy gates:”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Every third year, set aside the entire tithe of that year's increase within your own gates.
The Context of Deuteronomy 14:28
Third-year tithe rule: collected locally rather than brought to the sanctuary.
What Does Deuteronomy 14:28 Mean?
While annual tithes go to the sanctuary for celebration, the third-year tithe follows a different path: it stays in the local community. This creates a second tithe system serving local needs rather than central worship.
The emphasis on 'all the tithe' and 'that same year' indicates that nothing is diverted elsewhere. The third-year tithe is full and reserved entirely for a local social purpose.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deuteronomy 14:28
What does Deuteronomy 14:28 mean?
Every third year, set aside the entire tithe of that year's increase within your own gates.
What is the context of Deuteronomy 14:28?
Third-year tithe rule: collected locally rather than brought to the sanctuary.