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===Tithing in the New Testament===
According to Saint [[Apostle Paul|Paul]] the Apostle, it was common practice in the New Testament Church to provide for ministers of the Gospel (1Cor 9:9-14). Though he himself was demonstrating that he did not participate in this practice, for the sake of building up new communities, the clear implication is that the practice was commonplace.
In the beginning this was supplied by the spontaneous offerings of the faithful. In the course of time, however, as the Church expanded and various institutions arose, it became necessary to write canons which would ensure the proper and permanent support of the clergy.
