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“When you share your last crust of bread with a beggar, you mustn't behave as if you were throwing a bone to a dog. You must give humbly, and thank him for allowing you to have a part in his hunger.” quote by Anonymous
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“When you share your last crust of bread with a beggar, you mustn't behave as if you were throwing a bone to a dog. You must give humbly, and thank him for allowing you to have a part in his hunger.”

Anonymous

About This Quote

Source Proverb: African Oral Tradition, unknown date

Sharing with the needy requires humility and gratitude, not superiority.

In simple terms: Give humbly, thank the receiver.

Key Takeaway

Practice respectful generosity.

Themes

humility generosity gratitude

Mood

warm thoughtful

Type

ethical cultural

When to use this quote

  • charitable acts
  • community meals
  • emergency aid

Key Concepts

social ethics human dignity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure giving remains respectful?
  • What does gratitude teach about interdependence?
A Different Perspective

Power dynamics can still emerge in giving.

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