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“There was never a person who did anything worth doing that he did not receive more than he gave.” quote by Henry Ward Beecher
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“There was never a person who did anything worth doing that he did not receive more than he gave.”

Henry Ward Beecher

About This Quote

Source Sermon: 1885, "The Moral Law"

Those who give more than they receive are rare and valuable.

In simple terms: Giving more than you get is rare.

Key Takeaway

Practice generous giving.

Themes

ethics generosity reciprocity

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • charity work
  • community service
  • family support

Key Concepts

altruism social capital

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you measure the impact of your generosity?
  • What motivates you to give without expectation?
A Different Perspective

Society may not reward generosity.

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