Some religious leaders preach to give 6%, 8%, or even up to 10% (most common); however the choice is yours to give as much as you believe to be right. A 'tithe' is considered 10%.
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In Islam the compusory Zakat is 2.5% of the annual saving. You may give any amount to the poor and the needy as Sadqa. Allah Almighty will reward you for your charity.
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Note that some cults demand a 50% tithe or even higher. Such demands are immediately suspect. And when someone says "give 10%," that's fine. But if he/she says "give it to MY institution," that's grounds for suspicion.
Alms are donations given to the needy and poor peoples.
One should give alms as much as and as often as he is capable. One must balance his income and alms in such a way that he does not deprive himself or his family of necessities. Alms can consist of Time, Money, and Talent; so one is free to choose which he shall give - something that works in accord with his fiscal responsibilities.
Alms
It is actually "alms" for the poor. Alms are the charity given to someone or organization, such as when one donates to a church. So when someone says, "...alms, alms for the poor..." it means "I need a donation of money because I am poor" http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alms
Money or goods given as charity to the poor is called alms.
An almose is an obsolete collective term for alms - money or goods given to the poor as charity.
Zakat, or alms, is one of the Pillar of the Faith. It requires an annual donation of a fortieth part of one's wealth. That's of all the person's wealth, not just of that year's income.
Giving alms involves donating money, food, or other resources to those in need, typically as an act of charity or compassion. This practice is common in many religious and cultural traditions as a way to support the less fortunate and promote social welfare.
Alms for the poor
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