SCOUT· 63%1h 57m·2026-09-16·FaithAre Mormons Paying Too Much Tithing? - LDS Discussions Pt. 83 | Ep. 2196
In Part Two of our history of tithing, we examine how the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has defined tithing over time –and whether the modern expectation to pay 10% of income actually matches the historical revelation given to Joseph Smith. The 1838 revelation on tithing instructed members to give a…
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“Guess whaaaat My relative told me they stopped paying tithing and going to the temple a year ago because they realized the church has wayyyyy too much money. Now, they choose to donate/help their community in other ways. Tell you what, I'm…”
“Yes, they are paying too much. The church should be paying for all their missionaries as well, not expecting their families to. If they want them out there promoting their message, they should be compensated. The church is wealthy! They sho…”
“Mind-blowing realization: We give 10% of our income to a massive church fund because Abraham gave a 10% token of respect to Melchizedek ONE time. Not to resolve a drought or get rid of crickets or the like or what have you. But look closer…”
“Yes, Mormons are paying too much. Any amount is too much. Also The Church should pay for janitors Seriously.”
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