Halachot and Customs
Wedding Gift from Ma'aser Funds
Question
Hello, esteemed Rabbi, is it possible to consider money given as a wedding gift as money given from Ma'aser funds? Thank you in advance and blessings.
Answer
Greetings, If the couple is not needy, it is not permitted to give them a gift from Ma'aser funds. However, if the couple is needy, it is allowed (if they have a need for this gift), and there is no requirement to inform them that the gift was purchased with Ma'aser money. Nevertheless, if you would have given them this gift even without the obligation of charity, one should not use Ma'aser funds for this purpose. Sources: See what is brought regarding this matter in the book "Pisqam uTeshuvot" (page Safg).
Blessings, Hillel Meirs
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