Tithing Money for the Redemption of Captives

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Question

Is it permissible to use tithe money for the redemption of captives, and is the one who pays from tithe money considered to have redeemed them?

Answer

It is permissible to give from tithe money, and it is considered that he has redeemed them.

Source

Yoreh De'ah 249:152

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