--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Charity is indeed, a great thing, and a…" description: "\"Charity is indeed, a great thing, and a gift of God, and when it is rightly ordered likens us unto God himself, as far as that is possible; for it is c..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/33c/anonymous-1_charity_charity-is-indeed-a-great-thing-and-a-gi_314162.jpg" --- # Charity is indeed, a great thing, and a gift of God, and… ![“Charity is indeed, a great thing, and a gift of God, and when it is rightly ordered likens us unto God himself, as far as that is possible; for it is charity which makes the man.” quote by Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/33c/anonymous-1_charity_charity-is-indeed-a-great-thing-and-a-gi_314162.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/33c/anonymous-1_charity_charity-is-indeed-a-great-thing-and-a-gi_314162.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/33c/anonymous-1_charity_charity-is-indeed-a-great-thing-and-a-gi_314162.jpg) > “Charity is indeed, a great thing, and a gift of God, and when it is rightly ordered likens us unto God himself, as far as that is possible; for it is charity which makes the man.” [Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/anonymous/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Charity aligns us with divine qualities, reflecting God's love when practiced rightly. **In simple terms:** Charity makes us like God. Key Takeaway Practice love selflessly. Themes compassion spirituality humanity Mood reflective inspirational Type philosophical spiritual When to use this quote - volunteering - caregiving - community service - personal relationships Key Concepts theology ethics Questions to Reflect On - How does true charity differ from charity for recognition? - What obstacles prevent sincere giving? 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