I am sternly opposed to giving alms to sturdy beggars.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Giving alms to able beggars can enable dependency rather than help.
- In plain terms
- Do not give money to those who can work.
- What can you take from it?
- Support the unable, not those who choose not to work.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you give help?
- What is fair giving?
Another view
Sometimes people work but still need help.
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