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The Torah’s wealth ethic: own it like a capitalist, give like a servant

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  • Sacred balance

    Introduction: The Three Core Expectations Every Jew lives under three great expectations—foundational dimensions that guide how we think, act, and give. These are not external demands, but internal pathways to living a meaningful, Torah-rooted life. 1️⃣ Torah – The Individual Path of Life The Torah sets the personal derech (path) for each Jew. It refines the individual, shaping one’s…

  • Forestall Financial Collapse

    A Timeless Message from the Chafetz Chaim Many today assume that with charity and chesed so widespread, there’s no need to say more. But this is a dangerous illusion. Charity is not a box to check. It’s a living, breathing responsibility — judged not by what you gave yesterday, but by who stands in front of you…

  • Real Calculations for Charity

    🪙 Torah and the Ledger: How High Earners Must Calculate Tzedakah in Today’s World From Real Estate to Restaurants: What the IRS Lets You Keep May Still Belong to the Poor 🎯 Introduction: Two Courts, Two Ledgers In today’s business environment, high-income individuals across major industries rely on corporate structuring, tax planning, and expense strategies…

  • Can I Give More Than 20% to Tzedakah? A Torah-Based Clarification

    By: Family Loan Fund One of the most common questions among Jews who take mitzvos seriously is: “I want to give generously. But I heard you can’t give more than 20% of your income. Is that true?” The answer — like much in Torah — isn’t one-size-fits-all. And it goes far deeper than just numbers.Let’s…

  • “Giving Beyond the Tenth” from Ahavas Chesed.

    Torah Wealth Blog Mission Statement Title: “Owning Wealth. Living Responsibility.” Mission: To educate and inspire wealthy Orthodox Jews to align their financial blessings with Torah-based responsibility — where private wealth is honored, but communal obligation is internalized. We aim to restore the authentic Torah ethic of giving: not as a minimum obligation, but as a sacred trust.…