Tithing for Publishing a Book
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Question
Is it permissible to publish a religious book using tithe money?
Answer
One cannot use their own tithe money for this purpose, but others can give him their tithe money for this purpose. Even though the publication was funded by tithe money, he can still sell it to others for money.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 249
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