Apostles Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“To expect people to be good, to be just, to be temperate, etc., without showing them how they should become so, seems like the ineffectual charity mentioned by the apostle, which consisted in saying to the hungry, the cold and the naked, be ye fed, be ye warmed, be ye clothed, without showing them how they should get food, fire or clothing.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: "On Charity," 1750
Charity must include teaching self‑reliance, not just providing immediate aid without guidance.
In simple terms: Help should teach independence, not just give temporary relief.
Key Takeaway
Provide aid with empowerment.
Themes
charity
self‑reliance
education
Mood
compassionate
pragmatic
Type
ethical
practical
When to use this quote
- Poverty alleviation
- community development
- social services
- education programs
Key Concepts
Social responsibility
empowerment
Questions to Reflect On
- What skills can you teach alongside assistance?
- How do you balance immediate relief with long‑term empowerment?
A Different Perspective
Providing aid without teaching self‑sufficiency can create dependency.
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