Calculating Tithes

Tithe Calculator

Use this calculator to determine your tithe amount based on your monthly income. Tithing is traditionally 10% of one's income, but you can adjust the percentage to suit your personal giving goals.

function calculateTithe() { var grossMonthlyIncome = parseFloat(document.getElementById('grossMonthlyIncome').value); var otherMonthlyIncome = parseFloat(document.getElementById('otherMonthlyIncome').value); var tithePercentage = parseFloat(document.getElementById('tithePercentage').value); var resultDiv = document.getElementById('titheResult'); resultDiv.innerHTML = "; // Clear previous results // Input validation if (isNaN(grossMonthlyIncome) || grossMonthlyIncome < 0) { resultDiv.innerHTML = 'Please enter a valid Gross Monthly Income.'; return; } if (isNaN(otherMonthlyIncome) || otherMonthlyIncome < 0) { resultDiv.innerHTML = 'Please enter a valid Other Monthly Income.'; return; } if (isNaN(tithePercentage) || tithePercentage 100) { resultDiv.innerHTML = 'Please enter a valid Tithe Percentage (0-100).'; return; } var totalMonthlyIncome = grossMonthlyIncome + otherMonthlyIncome; var calculatedTithe = totalMonthlyIncome * (tithePercentage / 100); var remainingIncome = totalMonthlyIncome – calculatedTithe; resultDiv.innerHTML = '

Tithe Calculation Results:

' + 'Total Monthly Income: $' + totalMonthlyIncome.toFixed(2) + " + 'Calculated Tithe Amount (' + tithePercentage.toFixed(1) + '%): $' + calculatedTithe.toFixed(2) + " + 'Remaining Monthly Income: $' + remainingIncome.toFixed(2) + "; }

Understanding Tithing and How to Calculate It

Tithing is a practice rooted in various religious traditions, where individuals contribute a portion of their income or produce to their religious organization. The most commonly cited percentage for tithing is 10%, often referred to as "the tenth." While the spiritual aspects of tithing are deeply personal, understanding the financial calculation can help individuals manage their contributions effectively.

What is Tithing?

Historically, tithing involved giving a tenth of one's agricultural produce or livestock. In modern times, it typically refers to giving a tenth of one's income. The purpose of tithing is often to support the operations of religious institutions, fund charitable activities, and provide for clergy.

Gross vs. Net Income for Tithing

One common question regarding tithing is whether it should be calculated on gross income (income before taxes and deductions) or net income (income after taxes and deductions). Different traditions and individuals hold varying views:

• Gross Income: Many proponents of tithing on gross income believe that the "first fruits" should be given, meaning the tithe should be calculated on the total earnings before any other expenses or deductions are taken out. This approach often reflects a commitment to prioritize giving.
• Net Income: Others argue that tithing should be based on the income an individual actually has available to them after mandatory deductions like taxes. This perspective considers the practical reality of disposable income.

Our calculator uses "Gross Monthly Income" and "Other Monthly Income" to represent your total earnings before personal expenses, allowing you to decide how to interpret your "income" for tithing purposes. You can adjust the "Other Monthly Income" field to include or exclude specific income streams as per your personal interpretation.

How Our Tithe Calculator Works

Our Tithe Calculator simplifies the process of determining your contribution. Here's a breakdown of the inputs and calculations:

1. Gross Monthly Income: Enter your total income from your primary job or business before any taxes or deductions are applied.
2. Other Monthly Income: Include any additional income sources, such as rental income, freelance work, or investment dividends, that you wish to include in your tithe calculation.
3. Tithe Percentage: While 10% is traditional, you can adjust this percentage to reflect your personal giving commitment. The calculator allows you to input any percentage between 0% and 100%.

The calculator then sums your Gross Monthly Income and Other Monthly Income to get your Total Monthly Income. It then applies your chosen Tithe Percentage to this total to determine your Calculated Tithe Amount. Finally, it shows your Remaining Monthly Income after the tithe has been accounted for.

Example Calculation:

Let's say you have a Gross Monthly Income of $4,500 and an additional $250 from a side hustle. You decide to tithe 10%.

• Gross Monthly Income: $4,500.00
• Other Monthly Income: $250.00
• Total Monthly Income: $4,500.00 + $250.00 = $4,750.00
• Tithe Percentage: 10%
• Calculated Tithe Amount: $4,750.00 * 0.10 = $475.00
• Remaining Monthly Income: $4,750.00 – $475.00 = $4,275.00

If you decided to give 5% instead:

• Total Monthly Income: $4,750.00
• Tithe Percentage: 5%
• Calculated Tithe Amount: $4,750.00 * 0.05 = $237.50
• Remaining Monthly Income: $4,750.00 – $237.50 = $4,512.50

This calculator is a tool to assist in your financial planning related to tithing. Personal financial and spiritual decisions should always be made with careful consideration and, if desired, in consultation with religious leaders or financial advisors.