The Law of Tithing with Roy V. Dahil

Now here goes another trend from our antagonist friend Roy V. Dahil of his seriously biblical Eisegesis and Exegesis Problem and let's talk about this for some detail in this article.

In his recent posted video, he was trying to disprove that according to the scripture specifically Hebrews 7:5 that this law was intended for the Israelites or for the Israel of old not minding that Paul (Could be the Author) was teaching about the Higher law of Abraham (who was the great ancestors of Israel) already practiced it during his days.

Let's get on it in a more comprehensive study to help out Roy V. Dahil in his poor understanding about the subject. Let's dive in -

The Patriarchs

Abraham and Tithing

So, picture this: It's way back in the day, and Abraham—yeah, the same prophet we call the father of the faithful—is mentioned as the first person to pay tithes and that was before Mosaic Law. Pretty Cool, right Roy V. Dahil? In the book of Genesis 14:18-20, after a big victory in battle (he was rescuing his nephew Lot), he went into this prophet named Melchizedek, who's both king of Salem and a priest. Take note, this Priest is not about Levitical since Levites were about to came out in Abraham's loin. So basically, he was the High Priest and at the same time a Prophet and King. Talk about a dual role!

Now take this note: Melchizedek brings out bread and wine, blesses Abraham, and then Abraham decides to give him a tenth of everything. Did you notice something unusual in the old testament that was even practice by Christ Roy V. Dahil? Yes, he was the First Prophet who introduced the sacrament of Breaking Bread and wine to Abraham and that was before Mosaic Law and even Christianity. Moving on, it's like, without even having a formal rule about tithing, Abraham gets it. He recognizes God’s influence in his life and wants to show his gratitude.

Melchizedek's Role

Now, Melchizedek is quite the fascinating character. He's a king and also a priest, which sounds pretty unique. His interaction with Abraham sort of highlights the connection between recognizing divine authority and sharing what we have. It's a powerful moment of faith! And this person was the same person on the Epistle to the Hebrew which quoted by this Soriano the Prophet of Roy V. Dahil, and we'll talk more about it later on.

The Criticisms

No more tithing in Christian Era?

Hebrews 7:5 And verily they that are of the sons of Levi, who receive the office of the priesthood, have a commandment to take tithes of the people according to the law, that is, of their brethren, though they come out of the loins of Abraham:

καὶ οἱ μὲν ἐκ τῶν υἱῶν Λευεὶ τὴν ἱερατείαν λαμβάνοντες ἐντολὴν ἔχουσιν ἀποδεκατοῖν τὸν λαὸν κατὰ τὸν νόμον, τοῦτ’ ἔστιν τοὺς ἀδελφοὺς αὐτῶν, καίπερ ἐξεληλυθότας ἐκ τῆς ὀσφύος Ἀβραάμ·  

Was it really understood that way or should we go on reading and understanding the context? Now let's see how it was said all about.

Before going through the verses of criticism, let's understand first what was the context was all about. So here's the context in details, let's break it down a bit to get to the heart of what this chapter is all about:

• Melchizedek and His Priestly Order
• Verses 1-3 introduce Melchizedek as the king of Salem and a priest of the Most High God, who blessed Abraham. Abraham giving tithes to Melchizedek highlights Melchizedek's greatness.
• Melchizedek is described as having an eternal priesthood, symbolically without lineage or end, much like Christ (verses 3 and 17).
• The author of Hebrews highlights Melchizedek's unique qualities: he has no recorded genealogy, no beginning or end of days, and is "made like the Son of God." This points to his eternal nature and foreshadows the eternal priesthood of Christ.

• Comparison to Levitical Priesthood
• Verses 4-10 discuss the greatness of Melchizedek over the Levitical priests since even Abraham, the patriarch, paid tithes to him, and thus the Levites, who descended from Abraham, are said to have done so indirectly.
• This emphasizes the superiority of Melchizedek's priesthood over the law of Moses, which depended on Levitical priests.
• The author argues that Melchizedek's priesthood is superior to the Levitical priesthood because even Abraham, the patriarch, paid tithes to him. This signifies that Melchizedek's authority transcends the lineage-based priesthood of Levi.

• A New Priesthood and a New Law
• Verses 11-19 argue that if the Levitical priesthood could bring perfection, there'd be no need for another priest in the order of Melchizedek and a new law. This change represents a transformation, introducing Jesus as the high priest of a new covenant.
• Jesus, from the tribe of Judah, symbolizes this new and everlasting priesthood (verses 13-14).
• The author argues that if the Levitical priesthood had been sufficient to bring perfection, there would have been no need for another priest to arise in the order of Melchizedek. The fact that Jesus comes from the tribe of Judah, not Levi, indicates a change in the priesthood and the law, while on verses 18-19: The author states that the Old Covenant law, including the Levitical priesthood, was "weak and useless" because it "made nothing perfect." This sets the stage for the introduction of a "better hope" through Christ.

• Jesus as the Great High Priest
• Verses 20-28 highlight Jesus as a priest forever, emphasizing His eternal and unchangeable priesthood. His priesthood brings a better hope, allowing us to draw close to God.
• Jesus is portrayed as the perfect high priest—holy, undefiled, and eternal—who offered Himself as a sacrifice once for all, unlike the continual sacrifices of the Levitical priests (verses 25-27).

The chapter paints a powerful picture of Jesus’s role as our high priest, fulfilling the ancient prophecy and surpassing the old priesthood with His eternal role, making intercession for us forever. So basically, this chapter alone in reading the content would tell you that the Eternal Priesthood Christ was the same Priesthood Melchizedek has in which Abraham paid tithes, and in some point it detailed that the Law was change since we no longer needed the Levitical Priesthood and that Christ hold the Higher Priesthood of Melchizedek that we as Abraham did, should give our tithes. Did Roy V. Dahil knows this? So far, he never understood a simple context rather calling out names and trash talks.

Tithing in Latter-day Saint Tradition

Seriously? Do you even think it was his teaching?

First of all, it was not Russell M. Nelson's Statement, he might have quote and make commentary of the same reference but it was not original his declaration. Now here's the quote for you to know Roy V. Dahil. In Doctrine and Covenants 64:23, it says:

"Behold, now it is called today until the coming of the Son of Man, and verily it is a day of sacrifice, and a day for the tithing of my people; for he that is tithed shall not be burned at his coming."

So yeah, it wasn't President Russell M. Nelson's words but rather it was already declared long before he was call through Joseph Smith. And some addition about it for you to have some knowledge how tithing is important -

Malachi 3:8-9: "Will a man rob God? Yet ye have robbed me. But ye say, Wherein have we robbed thee? In tithes and offerings. Ye are cursed with a curse: for ye have robbed me, even this whole nation."

Now, will you tell us what will be that curse if you think you have a good prophets to tell us about your revelation? Oh wait! you already have a dead prophet. Too bad 😔. See where you fail Roy V. Dahil? You don't understand the scriptural context and Eisegesis rather rely on your dead prophet, the sad part is, he was wrong in telling us about thing under Mosaic Law while Abraham already practice it through Melchizedek.

For us Latter-day Saints, tithing is a big deal. It's one of the ways we show that we have faith and are willing to be obedient to our Heavenly Father. We look back at Abraham’s example as this old-school way of seeing how giving a portion back to God has always been relevant. It's about gratitude and supporting God's work on Earth.

Abraham's move to give tithes to Melchizedek is one of those stories that just keeps on giving—kind of like tithing itself! It’s about acknowledging God and making sure we're doing our part.

What about you Roy V. Dahil? Where did your tithes went?