Charles Lamb Quotes About Charity
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Shut not thy purse-strings always against painted distress. Act a charity sometimes. When a poor creature (outwardly and visibly such) comes before thee, do not stay to inquire whether the "seven small children," in whose name he implores thy assistance, have a veritable existence. Rake not into the bowels of unwelcome truth, to save a halfpenny. It is good to believe him.
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The greatest pleasure I know, is to do a good action by stealth, and to have it found out by accident.
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Shut not thy purse-strings always against painted distress.
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Be not frightened at the hard words "imposition," "imposture;" give and ask no questions. Cast thy bread upon the waters. Some have, unawares, entertained angels.
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Philanthropy, like charity, must begin at home.
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