Religious Endowment

 

Religious Endowment

A religious endowment (or Debutter) is the dedication of property for religious or charitable purposes, such as for an idol, a temple, or a math (monastery).

• Juristic Personality: The idol is treated as a juristic person capable of holding property.

• Public vs. Private: * Public: For the benefit of the general public (e.g., a community temple).

  • Private: For the worship of a family deity where the public is excluded.

• Management: The property is managed by a Shebait (for temples) or a Mahant (for maths).