|
|
The Mitzvah of Tzedakah
The Torah Mandates Us that one donate money to assist those who are less fortunate.
This Mitzvah is derived from four Pesukim:
The Mitzvah of Tzedakah is relative to the needs of each individual poor person and one is obligated to
give him based on what he is lacking. As the Rambam writes: One who dose not have clothing to wear one
should give hime clothing . One who dose not have necessary furniture or household utensils should be
given those items. One who is not Married should be helped to find an appropriate mate. Further more,
if one is accustomed to having servants and then becomes impoverished the Mitzvah is to rehabilitate
him to his original status. In general, one should ascertain what the person needs and attempt to
provide him with those needs.
|