Only help him who is not an idler.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Help should be given only to those who are willing to work and are not idle. Aid to idlers may not be useful or deserved.
- In plain terms
- Help people who work, not those who do nothing.
- What can you take from it?
- Offer help to those who are making an effort.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you define idler?
- When is help appropriate?
Another view
Sometimes help is needed before someone can start working.
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