The Didache · 13 of 16

Chapter 13: Support of Prophets

1.But every true prophet that willeth to abide among you is worthy of his support.

2.So also a true teacher is himself worthy, as the workman, of his support.

3.Every first-fruit, therefore, of the products of wine-press and threshing-floor, of oxen and of sheep, thou shalt take and give to the prophets, for they are your high priests.

4.But if ye have not a prophet, give it to the poor.

5.If thou makest a batch of dough, take the first-fruit and give according to the commandment.

6.So also when thou openest a jar of wine or of oil, take the first-fruit and give it to the prophets;

7.and of money (silver) and clothing and every possession, take the first-fruit, as it may seem good to thee, and give according to the commandment.