Bible Verses About Tithing and Giving — What Does the Bible Say?

The Bible addresses money and giving more than almost any other topic. The tithe — giving a tenth — was the foundation of Old Testament giving, while the New Testament raises the bar to joyful, sacrificial, Spirit-led generosity. Below are 4 key passages from the King James Version (KJV) on this theme.

What does the Bible say about tithing and giving?

Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse — Malachi 3:10. What does the Bible say about tithing, offerings, and generosity? From the Old Testament tithe to the New Testament cheerful giver, Scripture speaks clearly.

4 Bible Verses About Tithing and giving (KJV)

“And have put on the new man, which is renewed in knowledge after the image of him that created him:”

Malachi 3:10 KJV — The Refiner's Fire — Who Can Endure? Read Malachi chapter 3 →

“Also they reported his good deeds before me, and uttered my words to him. And Tobiah sent letters to put me in fear. ”

Matthew 6:19 KJV — The Lord's Prayer — Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread Read Matthew chapter 6 →

“So the king of Israel went, and the king of Judah, and the king of Edom: and they fetched a compass of seven days’ journey: and there was no water for the host, and for the cattle that followed them.”

Proverbs 3:9 KJV — Trust in the Lord with All Your Heart Read Proverbs chapter 3 →

“Suffer me that I may speak; and after that I have spoken, mock on.”

Luke 21:3 KJV Read Luke chapter 21 →

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tithing and giving in the Bible

What does the Bible say about tithing and giving?
The Bible addresses money and giving more than almost any other topic. The tithe — giving a tenth — was the foundation of Old Testament giving, while the New Testament raises the bar to joyful, sacrificial, Spirit-led generosity. Key KJV passages: Malachi 3:10, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Matthew 6:19, Matthew 6:24, Proverbs 3:9.
What are the best Bible verses about tithing and giving?
The most important KJV passages on tithing and giving include: Malachi 3:10, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Matthew 6:19, Matthew 6:24, Proverbs 3:9. Read all 4 passages free at The Living Sword Bible — no account, no ads.
Where in the Bible does it talk about tithing and giving?
The Bible addresses tithing and giving throughout both Testaments. Key references include Malachi 3:10, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Matthew 6:19, Matthew 6:24, Proverbs 3:9, Luke 21:3, 2 Corinthians 9:6. Explore every passage in context at thelivingsword.replit.app.
What does the New Testament say about tithing and giving?
New Testament scriptures on tithing and giving: Malachi 3:10, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Matthew 6:19, Matthew 6:24. Read them free at The Living Sword Bible.
What does the Old Testament say about tithing and giving?
Old Testament scriptures on tithing and giving: Proverbs 3:9. See them in full context free at The Living Sword.
How do I study Bible verses about tithing and giving?
The Living Sword Bible app offers word-by-word study with original Hebrew and Greek, multiple translations (KJV, World English Bible, Geneva Bible, Young's Literal, ASV, Darby), cross-references, and an AI companion that answers only from Scripture. Read all 4 passages on tithing and giving at thelivingsword.replit.app — free, no account, no download required.

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