Payment from Maaser Funds

This question and answer were automatically translated using our trained AI and have not yet been reviewed by a qualified rabbi. Please treat this translation with caution.
go to original →

Question

I donated money to the city's fund for a prayer name. Can I pay this money from my maaser funds?

Answer

Hello,

It depends on your intention at the time of the donation.

If you intended to take it from the maaser, it is permitted. If not, it is forbidden.

Comments

Have an additional question on this topic or need clarification? Leave your comment below. (Please note that the comment will not be published but will be sent directly to the answering Rabbi for review and a private response)

Please sign up or log in to submit your comment

Become our patrners in supporting and spreading the Torah
Help us answer more questions faster and better
Join the mission
More questions in this category
False reporting and/or omission of information
Monetary Laws and Charity