"Tythe" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Tythe" Meaning

A tithe (also known as a tenth) is one-tenth of something, especially the income or profit of a church or other organization.

"Tythe" Examples

Usage Examples of "Tythe"

Verb

The farmer had to pay a tythe of their crops to the church.
The company paid a tythe of its profits to charity each year.
The tythe of the land was 10% of the total sale price.

Noun

The tythe box in the church was always overflowing with food and supplies.
The tythe was collected and distributed to the poor in the village.
The local farmers' guild was responsible for collecting the tythe from its members.

Historical Context

The tythe was a common practice in medieval Europe, where a portion of a farmer's crops was set aside for the church or the lord of the manor.
The church would use the tythe to support the local clergy and fund charitable endeavors.
The system of tithing was a way to redistribute wealth and support the community.