For a bowl of water give a goodly meal; For a kindly…
“For a bowl of water give a goodly meal; For a kindly greeting bow thou down with zeal; For a simple penny pay thou back with gold; If thy life be rescued, life do not withhold. Thus the words and actions of the wise regard; Every little service tenfold they reward. But the truly noble know all men as one, And return with gladness good for evil done.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Small acts of kindness and generosity create multiplied blessings; true wisdom sees all humanity as one and repays good for evil.
In simple terms: Kind deeds bring greater returns; unity and gratitude matter.
Key Takeaway
Practice small kindnesses daily.
Themes
kindness
gratitude
unity
Mood
hopeful
ethical
Type
moral
inspirational
When to use this quote
- community service
- daily interactions
- helping strangers
Key Concepts
reciprocity
service
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you integrate small kindnesses into routine?
- What does seeing all as one mean to you?
A Different Perspective
May be idealistic without systemic change.