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“Every city should support its own poor, and if it was too small, the people in the surrounding villages should also be urged to contribute,” quote by Martin Luther
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““Every city should support its own poor, and if it was too small, the people in the surrounding villages should also be urged to contribute,””

Martin Luther

About This Quote

Source Treatise: “On the Poor” by Martin Luther, 1520

Communities should care for their own needy, and larger societies must assist neighboring areas when local resources are insufficient.

In simple terms: Help the poor locally and beyond.

Key Takeaway

Support local and regional aid.

Themes

charity community social responsibility

Mood

compassionate reflective

Type

ethical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • local charities
  • regional aid programs
  • government policy

Key Concepts

theology ethics economics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who can you help in your community?
  • How can neighboring areas collaborate?
A Different Perspective

Resources may be limited; coordination can be complex.

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