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Giving Tithes to a Yeshiva Student

Question

Is it permissible to give tithe money to a yeshiva student?

Answer

If he lacks basic needs and his parents and the yeshiva do not provide them, it is permissible.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 251

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