Tzedakah

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Explain the root of the word 'tzedakah' and its significance in the Torah.

The root of the word 'tzedakah' is 'tzedek/justice.' It signifies the pursuit of justice rather than purely charitable giving.

What does a Tithe mean?

giving one-tenth of one’s income for tzedakah.

According to Rambam, how many degrees of charity are there on the 'ladder' of tzedakah?

What is every town with a Jewish community required halakhically to have?

A charity fund to help the poor Signup and view all the answers

What did the Talmudic sages urge even the scholar to do instead of becoming a burden to the community?

The Talmudic sages urged even the scholar to take on manual labor rather than become a burden to the community. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the concept of tzedakah and its connection to justice

Tzedakah is rooted in the Hebrew word for justice, and it is not simply charity but an act of redress and pursuit of a just world. The Torah strongly emphasizes the pursuit of justice, highlighting the importance of the command to give tzedakah. Signup and view all the answers

What possible risk is involved in giving too much Tzedakah?

Giving too much money and ending up poor. Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for every town with a Jewish community according to Jewish law (halakhically)?

To have a charity fund that can disburse monies covering a week’s needs of a poor family. Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for everyone, even the poorest Jews, regarding giving tzedakah?

Everyone is required to give tzedakah according to their means. Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of other ways of giving tzedakah?

Donating money for Torah study, feeding the poor, helping Jewish charities Signup and view all the answers

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