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and you shall bestow the money for whatever your soul desires, for oxen, or for sheep, or for wine, or for strong drink, or for whatever your soul asks of you; and you shall eat there before Yahweh your God, and you shall rejoice, you and your household.

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A Tithe for a Feast

Commentators explain that this tithe was not a dry obligation but an opportunity for a joyful feast. The money could be spent on 'whatsoever thy soul desireth,' including fine food and drink, to be enjoyed in a celebratory meal before God with one's family. This highlights that worship can and should involve joyful celebration.

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Deuteronomy

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Deuteronomy 14:26

19th Century

Bishop

Thou shalt bestow that money. —The Jews were very particular in not permitting the second tithe to be expended upon anyth…

John Gill

John Gill

On Deuteronomy 14:26

17th Century

Pastor

And you shall bestow that money for whatsoever your soul
lusteth after
He might buy w…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Deuteronomy 14:22–29

17th Century

Minister

A second portion from the produce of their land was required. This whole provision was evidently directed against the covetousness, distrust, and s…