Chapter 34 – Charity
34.1) Giving alms to the poor of Israel is a religious duty.
34.2) Contribute to charity according to your means.
34.3) Give a poor man enough to supply his needs.
34.4) Contribute a fifth of your net annual profit to charity.
34.5) Buy the best when purchasing something for the glory of G-d.
34.6) Supporting sons and daughters or parents is considered charity.
34.7) Give to the poor sincerely.
34.8) Do not turn away someone who asks you for help.
34.9) A promise of charity is a vow.
34.10) You may decide how and in what increments to give a promised charity.
34.11) Those who encourage charity deserve great rewards.
34.12) Coming to the aid of someone during bad circumstances before they reach poverty is a noble cause.
34.13) Make your charitable donations in secret.
34.15) Avoid poverty at all costs.
34.16) Do not become dependent upon charity.