This video explains the financial structure of ancient Israel's government and social welfare system, which was based on a system of tithes rather than income or sales tax [00:09].There were three main types of tithes in the Old Testament:Priestly Tithe: As mentioned in Numbers 18:24-26, this was a 10% contribution of produce to support the Levites, who were dedicated to the ministry of the temple and tabernacle and were not self-supporting [01:37].Festival Tithe: Described in Deuteronomy 14:22, this second tithe also supported the Levitical system and the continuation of sacrifices [02:20].Tithe for the Needy: Collected every third year and stored in local towns, this tithe, found in Deuteronomy 14:28, supported the Levites and also served as a social safety net for the poor, including aliens, orphans, and widows [02:49].In total, these three tithes amounted to approximately 23% of a person's income, functioning as a form of taxation. In addition to these tithes, people also gave free-will offerings for various projects to serve the Lord [05:13].The Three-Year Reading PlanSouthern View Chapel is an independent Bible church in Springfield, IL, committed to handling the Scriptures accurately through the exegetical teaching of God's Word. To learn more about us, visit https://svchapel.org/ or follow us on social media:Facebook: / southernviewchapel Instagram: / southernviewchapel Twitter: / official_svc To learn about our hope in Jesus Christ, watch this short video: • The Gospel
