| 单词 | almsgiving |
| 例句 | They can do this through "prayer, fasting and almsgiving," said Kirby. First Sunday of Lent: Reflect, repent as 'sin and darkness' show themselves in Russia-Ukraine war 2022-03-06T05:00:00Z While in Mecca he spent lavishly, contributing some 100,000 gold pieces to charity and related almsgiving programs. World History: from 1400 2022-12-14T00:00:00Z Visitors can read about the five pillars of Islam - the profession of faith, prayer, almsgiving, fasting and hajj or pilgrimage - or learn about hajj rituals and different funerary practices in the Islamic world. For World Cup visitors, a peek into Islamic art, heritage 2022-12-09T05:00:00Z Visitors can read about the five pillars of Islam — the profession of faith, prayer, almsgiving, fasting and hajj or pilgrimage — or learn about hajj rituals and different funerary practices in the Islamic world. For World Cup visitors, a peek into Islamic art, heritage 2022-12-09T05:00:00Z Valles asked Filipino Catholics to join bishops in three more days of fasting, prayer and almsgiving starting on July 17. Bishops call for 3-day fasting after Duterte says God stupid 2018-07-09T04:00:00Z But it also drew on earlier Reformation ideas challenging the notion that poverty was divinely ordained, and only to be soothed by almsgiving. An exhibition on German saving, the virtue turned problem 2018-03-28T04:00:00Z For at least a millennium, charity — the effort to relieve immediate suffering through almsgiving or corporeal works of mercy — was understood to be the way to use material resources to do good in the world. Perspective | What if philanthropy isn’t the best way for rich people to help others? 2017-06-30T04:00:00Z The other acts of worship are the shahadah, which is the declaration of faith; salat, the five daily prayers; zakat, or almsgiving; and the hajj, the pilgrimage to Mecca. Ramadan: a guide to the Islamic holy month 2015-06-17T04:00:00Z Today, we speak of the great penitential disciplines of prayer, fasting and almsgiving. Let’s Celebrate St. Joseph The Worker By Giving 2014-05-01T15:43:43Z Anderson’s study examines the concept of voluntary good works, almsgiving and philanthropy, which were not exalted in Greco-Roman culture but became paramount for Jews and Christians. Religion News Service: 2013’s most interesting books on religion 2013-12-27T22:27:40Z The fast is usually accompanied by prayer and almsgiving. Giving up social media for Lent 2013-03-15T23:39:21Z The Archbishop dealt with the observances of the frater from the point of view of the communal life, from that of the food eaten by the nuns and from that of almsgiving. Medieval English Nunneries c. 1275 to 1535 2012-04-27T02:00:38.817Z The notion of the meritorious nature of simple almsgiving immeasurably multiplied beggars. History of European Morals From Augustus to Charlemagne (Vol. 2 of 2) 2012-04-27T02:00:34.267Z At the same time, the most promiscuous and profuse almsgiving was enjoined: “Sell all that thou hast and give unto the poor,” was the literal injunction. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z It is much used in composition, as almsgiver, almsgiving, alms bag, alms chest, etc. Webster's Unabridged Dictionary 2012-03-24T02:00:23.513Z Good means may be absolutely good, but commonly they are liable to become vitiated by circumstances,—almsgiving is an example. Essays In Pastoral Medicine 2012-03-05T03:00:09.993Z Another breach of the rule frequently encountered by the Archbishop was inadequate almsgiving. Medieval English Nunneries c. 1275 to 1535 2012-04-27T02:00:38.817Z Legend of him and the lion, 169 Political economy, what it has accomplished respecting almsgiving, ii. History of European Morals From Augustus to Charlemagne (Vol. 2 of 2) 2012-04-27T02:00:34.267Z He was schoolmaster in Butucani, a fine, large town containing men of position and sound sense, and given to almsgiving and hospitality. Roumanian Stories Translated from the Original Roumanian 2012-02-28T03:00:27.310Z In one sense a thoroughly religious man, he practises all the virtues which he knows, almsgiving to the extent of self-denial, without distinction of creed, charity in word and deed, truth, purity, and justice. Journeys in Persia and Kurdistan, Volume I (of 2) Including a Summer in the Upper Karun Region and a Visit to the Nestorian Rayahs 2012-02-12T03:00:15.857Z Extolling almsgiving as a prime virtue, and itself maintaining a vast number of charitable institutions, it has not yet assimilated modern methods of relief. Spanish Highways and Byways 2012-02-06T03:00:15.617Z Some of the precepts in this section of the Riwle are obviously more closely applicable to anchoresses than to nuns; for instance the instructions against hospitality and almsgiving. Medieval English Nunneries c. 1275 to 1535 2012-04-27T02:00:38.817Z She could see now that her almsgiving and church-going would not satisfy the righteous claims of a just and holy God. The Little Gleaner, Vol. X. A Monthly Magazine for the Young 2012-02-03T03:00:20.453Z Even our Redeemer began with almsgiving, and the wedding at Cana of Galilee.” Roumanian Stories Translated from the Original Roumanian 2012-02-28T03:00:27.310Z From this point of view all mere almsgiving, all that so-called charity which only serves to make the dependent classes more dependent, stands condemned. The Moral Instruction of Children 2012-02-02T03:04:33.057Z Thus far his almsgiving had superior merits to that of other men. Froth 2011-12-28T03:00:38.123Z In general, however, it is difficult to form any just estimate as to how much almsgiving was really done by the nuns. Medieval English Nunneries c. 1275 to 1535 2012-04-27T02:00:38.817Z Some of the mothers came without hats, wearing not overclean aprons, and apparently looking upon the movement as some new phase of almsgiving. The Leaven in a Great City 2011-12-05T03:00:48.150Z She was her father’s almoner to many a widow and orphan child in Portie; and she helped her brother with higher work than her father’s almsgiving. The Twa Miss Dawsons 2011-12-05T03:00:37.413Z The outward things of Christianity,—baptism, the Lord's Supper, Church-membership, almsgiving, and the like,—will never take any man's soul to heaven, unless his heart is right. Practical Religion Being Plain Papers on the Daily Duties, Experience, Dangers, and Privileges of Professing Christians 2011-11-30T03:00:13.313Z According to the teaching of the Church, every Christian is bound before God to do penance for his sins by ascetic exercises of abstinence, self-denial and almsgiving. Letters From Rome on the Council 2011-11-25T03:00:11.447Z Their revenues were stated to be in great decay and divine service, hospitality and almsgiving had almost ceased. Medieval English Nunneries c. 1275 to 1535 2012-04-27T02:00:38.817Z She was asking herself whether he would not have shrunk in sorrowful contempt from all such splendid almsgiving if he had known the real truth concerning her recent mad and sinister act. An Ambitious Woman A Novel 2011-11-23T03:00:54.137Z All the money which her father gave her she employed in almsgiving. The Marquis of Pe?alta (Marta y Mar?a) A Realistic Social Novel 2011-11-12T03:00:35.113Z The custom seemed so completely to do away with the idea of almsgiving as an act of worship. Stones of the Temple Lessons from the Fabric and Furniture of the Church 2011-11-11T03:00:36.693Z Of public and private almsgiving, I will not speak now, important in their places as these are. The Hearth-Stone Thoughts upon Home-Life in Our Cities 2011-09-28T02:00:22.560Z Benefactors who left land to monastic houses for purposes of almsgiving often specified Maundy Thursday as the day on which the alms were to be distributed. Medieval English Nunneries c. 1275 to 1535 2012-04-27T02:00:38.817Z In a paper on practical subjects one of the questions asked what rules for almsgiving could be recommended. Lighter Moments from the Notebook of Bishop Walsham How 2011-09-09T02:01:03.123Z Weeping, prayer, and confession, these help; almsgiving is a remedy; but the other things mean falling into the hands of men. Stories and Pictures 2011-08-30T02:00:28.080Z They create a feeling of widespread sympathy with those who suffer and impress on the population the duty of almsgiving to an extent which no other charity can do. Religion And Health 2011-08-12T02:00:18.323Z "Proud and persistent are ye," quoth the knight; "but if I go within, it will be for neither prayer nor orison nor almsgiving." Tales from the Old French 2011-07-09T02:00:12.200Z Some information as to these compulsory alms, though not of course as to the voluntary almsgiving of the nuns, is given in the Valor Ecclesiasticus. Medieval English Nunneries c. 1275 to 1535 2012-04-27T02:00:38.817Z Pious works, particularly prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, and pilgrimage to Mecca, work salvation directly of themselves. Riches of Grace A Compilation of Experiences in the Christian Life 2011-06-21T02:00:23.800Z Many songs deal directly with almsgivings, the ritual of pity. Essays in the Study of Folk-Songs (1886) 2011-05-28T02:00:21.687Z Not long before that, he had thought of devoting himself entirely to charitable work, but practical experiments at Moscow demonstrated to him the futility of almsgiving. Prophets of Dissent : Essays on Maeterlinck, Strindberg, Nietzsche and Tolstoy 2011-05-17T02:00:20.900Z The distinction between charity and almsgiving is well laid down by St. Clement of Alexandria. Christian Sects in the Nineteenth Century 2011-05-17T02:00:19.317Z Account rolls sometimes contain references to food or money distributed to the poor on the great almsgiving day of Maundy Thursday, or on special feast days. Medieval English Nunneries c. 1275 to 1535 2012-04-27T02:00:38.817Z His steward had to put him on an allowance, so unmeasured was his almsgiving, and it was said that the episcopal ring of the chief pastor of Venice was more than once in pawn. Pope Pius the Tenth 2011-04-26T02:00:21.967Z The six pāramitās are: almsgiving, morality, patience, zeal or energy, meditation, and wisdom. The Gospel of Buddha Compiled from Ancient Records by Paul Carus 2011-04-19T02:00:18.493Z But one look at Miranda's face, serenely happy in her children, in her daily life of charity and almsgiving, in the devoted love and trust of my parents, is all-sufficient to banish all vagrant ideas. A Modern Buccaneer 2011-03-02T03:00:23.990Z Valiant, resolute, energetic, bountiful in almsgiving, attentive to religious duties, he was a kind friend and a stern enemy. A Short History of Italy (476-1900) 2011-02-24T03:01:00.630Z Superfluities of one's state are the goods from which the precept of almsgiving requires that assistance ordinarily be given. Moral Theology A Complete Course Based on St. Thomas Aquinas and the Best Modern Authorities 2011-02-24T03:00:54.237Z Tell the rich to be generous in almsgiving," he said on another occasion; "tell the poor to be proud of being chosen as the living representatives of Christ on earth. Pope Pius the Tenth 2011-04-26T02:00:21.967Z In its place was substituted a few sentences appropriate to almsgiving and a new meaning was given to the word "Offertory," which has since come to signify a collection. Breaking with the Past Catholic Principles Abandoned at the Reformation 2011-01-13T03:01:01.257Z All obvious punctuation errors were corrected.Both alms-giving and almsgiving appeared in the text. Brother Francis Less than the least The care of strangers; and, lastly, we would consider the theory of almsgiving, friendship or love, and charity. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" External Effects of Charity.—Three external effects of charity will now be considered-beneficence, almsgiving and fraternal correction. Moral Theology A Complete Course Based on St. Thomas Aquinas and the Best Modern Authorities 2011-02-24T03:00:54.237Z Compassion and almsgiving were not lacking, but the "put yourself in her place" feeling seems never previously to have been awakened. Women of the Teutonic Nations Woman: In all ages and in all countries Vol. 8 (of 10) Explain the Jewish custom in regard to the poor that made almsgiving a virtue. The Bible Story A Christian's life was an easy one, and the service rendered was more of church-going and almsgiving, than purity of heart and life. Brother Francis Less than the least The direct effect of the charitable act, or almsgiving, is ignored. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" As in every virtuous act, so also in almsgiving there must be not only an object according to reason, but also circumstances according to reason. Moral Theology A Complete Course Based on St. Thomas Aquinas and the Best Modern Authorities 2011-02-24T03:00:54.237Z She was noted for her almsgiving and her contributions to the foundations established by the Church. Women of Early Christianity The convents were charitable as well as educational centres, although their benevolent methods would not meet the approval of modern ideas as to wise almsgiving. Women of England His kindly, polite nature led him to much almsgiving, but that was merely the outcome of a disposition which hated to see suffering. Brother Francis Less than the least It remained the system of institutional relief parallel to the more personal almsgiving of the parish. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" For cases of extreme and grave necessity, the obligation of almsgiving is grave. Moral Theology A Complete Course Based on St. Thomas Aquinas and the Best Modern Authorities 2011-02-24T03:00:54.237Z Already, to the popular judgment, he who talks much about Virtue in the abstract, begins to be suspect; it is shrewdly guessed that where there is a great preaching, there will be little almsgiving. A Century of English Essays An Anthology Ranging from Caxton to R. L. Stevenson & the Writers of Our Own Time In his early years he was really devout and generous in almsgiving. Henry VIII and His Court 6th edition Above all other works he esteemed almsgiving and charity. History of the Intellectual Development of Europe, Volume I (of 2) Revised Edition The proverb of the “pierced cask” is as applicable to ecclesiastical as to political almsgiving, as has often been proved by the event. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" Though shameful gain may be used for almsgiving, it should not be devoted to sacred purposes, when this will cause scandal or be irreverent to religion. Moral Theology A Complete Course Based on St. Thomas Aquinas and the Best Modern Authorities 2011-02-24T03:00:54.237Z In obeying this explicit direction, the Minister must consider that hasty and inconsiderate almsgiving, especially by will, such as bequeathing doles to the inhabitants of particular places, has been productive of much evil. Ritual Conformity Interpretations of the Rubrics of the Prayer-Book Charity, also, in its largest sense, is far wider than almsgiving. Flowers of Freethought (Second Series) Everywhere self-flagellation, almsgiving, prophetic ecstasies and trances, the scholars and the mob at one in joyous belief. Dreamers of the Ghetto The relation of almsgiving to religion was thus entirely altered. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" Thus, the fact that an alms is used by the recipient as a means to intemperance does not detract from the goodness of the almsgiving done for the sake of charity. Moral Theology A Complete Course Based on St. Thomas Aquinas and the Best Modern Authorities 2011-02-24T03:00:54.237Z “And—and,” said the brother-in-law, “what is your rule about plain almsgiving to the difficult sort?” Dr. Sevier As a rule, however, Freethinkers are not inclined to attach so much importance as Christians to organised almsgiving. Flowers of Freethought (Second Series) Their ancient ordinances contain directions about masses, burials, and almsgiving, the carrying of wares to fairs, hawking them, and the governing of apprentices. Memorials of Old London Volume I The relation of charity to prayer, fasting, almsgiving and penance was altsred. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" No record is left of personal almsgiving, save when resorted to as a ruse to obtain entrance to the French prisons. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 5 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History The supreme place given in this faith to the duty of almsgiving, and the effective way with which it is carried out among its members, is another praise-worthy feature. India, Its Life and Thought Yet let nobody dare to approach them with anything at all in the nature of 'charity' or mental almsgiving. Reels and Spindles A Story of Mill Life Above all things, men must practise charity; it is by almsgiving that wisdom is fed; less than all things, men must grudge money; it is by riches that wisdom is hindered. A History of the Japanese People From the Earliest Times to the End of the Meiji Era Penance, once so closely related to almsgiving, passed out of sight. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" It is probably a narrow, strait-laced way that the cloth have of looking at this question, in common with all other questions, save prayer-meetings and almsgiving. The Chautauqua Girls At Home He offered himself a whole offering to God, by prayer and study of the Scriptures, by spareness of diet and simplicity of clothing, by liberal almsgiving. The Quarterly Review, Volume 162, No. 324, April, 1886 Every genuinely benevolent person loathes almsgiving and mendicity. Maxims for Revolutionists Even the doctor could not refrain from a dry chuckle at this aspect of Molly Healy's almsgiving. Grey Town An Australian Story Not poverty, but distress is the plea for help; not almsgiving, but charity the means. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" Her almsgiving is regulated by no principle whatever. Stray Studies from England and Italy In other words, suppress workhouses but build schools and churches; organise charity and substitute a systematic individual inspection for reckless and indiscriminate almsgiving. The English Utilitarians, Volume II (of 3) James Mill It is needless to say that nobody in those days had discovered the evil of indiscriminate almsgiving, which was, on the contrary, considered one of the first of Christian virtues. Royal Edinburgh Her Saints, Kings, Prophets and Poets He was liberal, profuse in almsgiving, and set aside for the poor the greater part of his wealth. The Miracle Of The Great St. Nicolas 1920 He was a regular observer of religious rites, took great pains to secure decorum in the services of the church, and was generous in almsgiving both within his empire and without. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" He lost little, in the end he gained much, by the resolute stand he made against the indiscriminate almsgiving which has done so much to create and encourage pauperism in the East of London. Stray Studies from England and Italy Here, also, is shown and proved that as by the laver of the saving water the fire of Gehenna is extinguished, so, also, by almsgiving and works of righteousness the flame of sin is subdued. A Source Book for Ancient Church History They have made choice of a most austere kind of life, spending a considerable part of their Estates in almsgiving and a careful discharge of all the duties incumbent on a Christian. Spiritual Reformers in the 16th & 17th Centuries This indulgent giving is a phase of sentimentality; and the relief of one's own feelings, rather than the real good of a fellow-man is at the root of all such mischievous almsgiving. Practical Ethics Then come habitual almsgiving, the charitable endowment, and the modern charitable institution and association. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" I fear me," said the jester, when they had put a goodly distance between themselves and the solitary figure, "yonder brother craves almsgiving with his voice, and enforces the bounty with his staff. Under the Rose The angel reveals and manifests and certifies that our petitions become efficacious by almsgiving, that life is redeemed from dangers by almsgiving, that souls are delivered from death by almsgiving. A Source Book for Ancient Church History I grant you that our modern attempts to combine almsgiving with teaching are not much better as a rule—are, perhaps, even a little worse. Shining Ferry Dickens did not know that indiscriminate almsgiving pauperizes humanity, and never did he supply the world a glimpse of a man like Robert Owen, whose charity was something more than palliation. Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 11 Little Journeys to the Homes of Great Businessmen Besides these there were many institutions, and the begging and the almsgiving at the church doors. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" An anecdote of his pleasantry in almsgiving reached the public ear. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine - Volume 55, No. 344, June, 1844 “The evil heart,” answered she, “is governed and kept down in us by our mortifications, our almsgivings, our penances, our prayers, and divers other holy exercises.” Mistress Margery It prescribes prayers, almsgivings, fasting, pilgrimages, and ablutions, besides various rules to be observed in all the domestic and social relations. Life of Schamyl And Narrative of the Circassian War of Independence Against Russia It was the nature of this desolate child to crave affection, as a necessity almost, and pitifully she tried to purchase it through almsgiving. Chivalry The almsgiving of the church by degrees took the place of annona and sportula, and it may have created pauperism. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" The monks did some manual labour, but devoted themselves chiefly to religious exercises, to teaching the young, to hospitality and almsgiving. The Church and the Barbarians Being an Outline of the History of the Church from A.D. 461 to A.D. 1003 Below on the first wall is the consecration of St. Laurence, and his almsgiving to the poor and maimed; second, his imprisonment and the conversion of the jailer; and lastly his martyrdom. Fra Angelico The Koran condemns pretentious prayers and ostentatious almsgiving. A Critical Exposition of the Popular 'Jihád' Showing that all the Wars of Mohammad Were Defensive; and that Aggressive War, or Compulsory Conversion, is not Allowed in The Koran - 1885 All penal laws and the rules regulating the substitution of one religious act for another, e.g. almsgiving instead of fasting, must be based on this, the clearest of the obvious sentences. The Faith of Islam This word represents the charity of kindness and goodness, as distinguished from almsgiving. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" Prayer and ablution were also then ordained; fasting, almsgiving, and pilgrimages were instituted later on. Arabic Authors A Manual of Arabian History and Literature They had all things in common as in the early Church; and fasting and prayer, Scripture-reading and almsgiving, formed their regular occupations. Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Carlisle A Description of Its Fabric and A Brief History of the Episcopal See Even the professional beggars suffered more than in the winter, for the tide of almsgiving is at its lowest ebb during the summer, when the rich have many other and pleasanter occupations. Cobwebs and Cables The Prophet, however, fixed the meaning here to that of "almsgiving," and said, "Give of your substance one-fortieth part." The Faith of Islam Out of this feeling—a kind of glorified almsgiving—grew up the system of hospitality in Greek states and also in the Roman world. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" Any description of mediaeval socialistic ideals which contained no reference to mediaeval notions of almsgiving would not be complete. Mediaeval Socialism There is no thought of almsgiving on their part, nor a sense of accepting charity on the part of the recipients. Confessions of Boyhood Felix belonged to the new school of philanthropic economy, which discerns, and protests against thoughtless almsgiving; and above all, against doles to street beggars. Cobwebs and Cables The adorations of the tongue are for God, and also the adorations of the body, and almsgiving! The Faith of Islam Feasts, too, and almsgiving were nearly allied, and feasts have always been one resource for the relief of the poor. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" But to wish and to act well towards anyone implies that we should succour him when he is in need, and this is done by almsgiving. Mediaeval Socialism She was not thoughtful and painstaking for the poor, because, though accustomed to a species of almsgiving, she heard nothing, saw nothing of nearer or higher association with her neighbours. Girlhood and Womanhood The Story of some Fortunes and Misfortunes Objection 1: It would seem that almsgiving is not an act of charity. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province Zak�t.—There are two terms in use to express almsgiving. The Faith of Islam St Paul’s chapters on charity, not fully appreciated and understood, one is inclined to think, have perhaps more than any other words prevented an absolute lapse into the materialism of almsgiving. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" But that, if there were no convincing signs of absolute need, then the obligation ceased, and almsgiving, from a command, became a counsel. Mediaeval Socialism This personage is also universally respected for his learning, piety, and almsgiving; so that, apparently, the Sheikh could not have intrusted his interests to a more able man. Narrative of a Mission to Central Africa Performed in the Years 1850-51, Volume 2 Under the Orders and at the Expense of Her Majesty's Government Therefore it is lawful not to give alms: and consequently almsgiving is not a matter of precept. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province There are certain positive works of charity, such as almsgiving and brotherly correction, etc., that may be obligatory upon us to a degree of Serious responsibility. Explanation of Catholic Morals A Concise, Reasoned, and Popular Exposition of Catholic Morals Thus almsgiving becomes detached from charity on the one side and from social good on the other. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" Let us take boldly the passage from St. Thomas in which he lays down the law of almsgiving. Mediaeval Socialism Am I told that Buḍḍhist laymen display vanity in their worship and ostentation in their almsgiving; that they are fostering sects as bitterly as Hinḍūs? The Life of Buddha and Its Lessons And in order to be a person's well-wisher and well-doer, we ought to succor his needs: this is done by almsgiving. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province Charity, however, is not to be understood in the popular sense of almsgiving. A Practical Directory for Young Christian Females Being a Series of Letters from a Brother to a Younger Sister In the theory of almsgiving which we are discussing, however, act and reward are on different planes. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" But because precepts are given in things that concern virtuous living, the almsgiving here referred to must be of such a kind as shall promote virtuous living. Mediaeval Socialism He is in comic perplexity about saying Alhamdulillah about such enormous gains—you see it is rather awkward for a Muslim to thank God for dear bread—so he compounds by very lavish almsgiving. Letters from Egypt "Honor here stands either for almsgiving or for remuneration." Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province P: He enjoined upon his people worship and almsgiving, and was acceptable in the sight of his Lord. Three Translations of The Koran (Al-Qur'an) side by side In so far as it is thus practised, almsgiving is out of sympathy with social progress. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" The Scholastics, the mediaeval writers of every school, except a few of that Manichean brood of sects, admitted the necessity of almsgiving. Mediaeval Socialism His creed maintains that there is but one God, and that Mahomed is his Prophet; it enjoins the observance of prayers, washings, almsgiving, fasting, sobriety, pilgrimage to Mecca, &c. A Catechism of Familiar Things; Their History, and the Events Which Led to Their Discovery. With a Short Explanation of Some of the Principal Natural Phenomena. For the Use of Schools and Families. Enlarged and Revised Edition. Accordingly almsgiving can be materially without charity, but to give alms formally, i.e. for God's sake, with delight and readiness, and altogether as one ought, is not possible without charity. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province S: And he enjoined on his family prayer and almsgiving, and was one in whom his Lord was well pleased. Three Translations of The Koran (Al-Qur'an) side by side But dependence on almsgiving was at least an advance on dependence founded on a civic and hereditary right to relief. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" Where both these suppositions are fulfilled, the duty of almsgiving becomes a matter not of charity, but of justice. Mediaeval Socialism Venice gave him not only honours and money but much land, and he divided his old age between agriculture and—thus becoming still more the darling of the populace—almsgiving. A Wanderer in Venice Therefore, if almsgiving were a matter of precept, it would be possible to point to some fixed time when a man would commit a mortal sin unless he gave an alms. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province P: A kind word with forgiveness is better than almsgiving followed by injury. Three Translations of The Koran (Al-Qur'an) side by side Bad economic conditions and traditions, and a bad system of almsgiving, might enthral him. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" Other Members were friendly to the project, and Mr. Dennis Herbert, in the avowed interest of churchwardens, urged the Government to seize the opportunity to abolish the threepeeny-bit, the irreducible minimum of "respectable" almsgiving. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, 1920-02-25 In that charity, also, which far surpasses mere almsgiving, however liberal, the charity of the gospel, our friend was conspicuous. The Power of Faith Exemplified In The Life And Writings Of The Late Mrs. Isabella Graham. Or he may have been speaking in reference to a case in which almsgiving was not a matter of precept. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province And whoever among you is sick or hath an ailment of the head must pay a ransom of fasting or almsgiving or offering. Three Translations of The Koran (Al-Qur'an) side by side Now is tipping almsgiving, and are servants among the deserving classes? The Unpopular Review, Volume II Number 3 I have considered the pension list of the Republic a roll of honor, bearing names inscribed by national gratitude, and not by improvident and indiscriminate almsgiving. A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Volume 8, part 3: Grover Cleveland, First Term Fasting has gone out of fashion now, but in Christ's time it went along with almsgiving and prayers, as a recognised expression of a religious life. Expositions of Holy Scripture Ezekiel, Daniel, and the Minor Prophets. St Matthew Chapters I to VIII Objection 1: It would seem that almsgiving is not a matter of precept. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province Render not vain your almsgiving by reproach and injury, like him who spendeth his wealth only to be seen of men and believeth not in Allah and the Last Day. Three Translations of The Koran (Al-Qur'an) side by side The rich, those who give of their superfluities, can never fully appreciate what the pleasures of almsgiving really are. The Young Lady's Mentor A Guide to the Formation of Character. In a Series of Letters to Her Unknown Friends It treats of "almsgiving, of moral duties, of heaven, of the evil, vanity and sinfulness of desires, of the blessings which come from abandoning desires." Hinduism and Buddhism, An Historical Sketch, Vol. 1 The "charities that soothe and heal and bless" are not the only ones that pass current under the general form of almsgiving. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 12, No. 28, July, 1873 Therefore almsgiving is not a matter of precept. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province P: If ye publish your almsgiving, it is well, but if ye hide it and give it to the poor, it will be better for you, and will atone for some of your ill-deeds. Three Translations of The Koran (Al-Qur'an) side by side By repentance, open confession, reading the Scripture, almsgiving, and reformation, one is released from guilt. Ten Great Religions An Essay in Comparative Theology Let us pay the rent for them, Edward,' and as she spoke the words the thought passed through her mind that her almsgiving was only another form of selfishness. Muslin A. By almsgiving we mean money, goods, or assistance given to the poor or to charitable purposes. Baltimore Catechism, No. 3 Therefore it seems that almsgiving is not a matter of precept. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province P: Allah hath blighted usury and made almsgiving fruitful. Three Translations of The Koran (Al-Qur'an) side by side Stress is laid on prayer, ablution, fasting, almsgiving, and the pilgrimage to Mecca. Ten Great Religions An Essay in Comparative Theology Moreover, the dauphin having spent largely, especially in almsgiving without considering his purse finds himself very hard pressed. Charles the Bold Last Duke of Burgundy, 1433-1477 The Rabbis have always taught that kindness is more than the mere almsgiving of charity, for it includes pleasant words with the more substantial help. Hebraic Literature; Translations from the Talmud, Midrashim and Kabbala Therefore almsgiving is an act of justice and not of charity. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province What sacrifice, almsgiving, or austerity is done without faith is evil. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 13 — Religion and Philosophy Their graver productions consist of poems in honour, not of Buddha alone, but of deities taken from the Hindu Pantheon,—Patine, Siva, and Ganesa, panegyrics upon almsgiving, and couplets embodying aphorisms and morals. Ceylon; an Account of the Island Physical, Historical, and Topographical with Notices of Its Natural History, Antiquities and Productions, Volume 1 Aquinas then proceeds to explain in what circumstances the duty of almsgiving arises. An Essay on Mediaeval Economic Teaching In three particulars is benevolence superior to almsgiving:—Almsgiving is only the bestowment of money, but benevolence can be exercised by personal service as well. Hebraic Literature; Translations from the Talmud, Midrashim and Kabbala Therefore almsgiving is not an act of charity. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province But lately I met a virtuous man who counselled me to practise the duty of almsgiving—and, as thou seest, I am strict at ablutions and alms. Hindu literature : Comprising The Book of good counsels, Nala and Damayanti, The Ramayana, and Sakoontala He was also made to visit the poor at once on spiritual missions, and on that of almsgiving, for which Thornton, the religious philanthropist, supplied Newton and his disciples with means. Cowper In the reply to another objection the duty of almsgiving is stated by Aquinas with additional vigour. An Essay on Mediaeval Economic Teaching The mighty halls which ought to have resounded to the laughter of the mistresses of Charles II were diverted to the inevitable squalor of almsgiving. The Roll-Call But almsgiving is offering a sacrifice to God, according to Heb. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province There will be less almsgiving, and more of the kind of help which saves manhood and womanhood. The Church and Modern Life His biographer says of him that "he was liberal in almsgiving, sedulous in watching, devout in prayer, excellent in doctrine, ready in speech, holy in life." The Glories of Ireland The mediæval teaching on almsgiving is very well summarised by Fr. An Essay on Mediaeval Economic Teaching I am not one of those who distribute bread at the gate of his palace, nor who seek popularity through almsgiving. The Shadow of the Cathedral Therefore almsgiving is not an act of charity. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province It is hard to accept quite literally the bold assertion that "love for the poor, sympathy with all men, almsgiving, were becoming virtues." Occasional Papers Selected from the Guardian, the Times, and the Saturday Review, 1846-1890 It was the nature of this desolate child to crave affection, as a necessary, and pitifully she tried to purchase it through almsgiving. Chivalry LUXURY, dread of it visionary, ii. 169-170; money better spent on it than in almsgiving, iii. Life of Johnson, Volume 6 Addenda, index, dicta philosophi, etc. So almsgiving, and ordinances, and prayer give the poor man no peace. Sermons for the Times Hence it is clear that almsgiving is, properly speaking, an act of mercy. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province Idleness, Sir, deceit, and immorality, are the three children of this same barbarous self-indulgence in almsgiving. The Saint's Tragedy Meantime I crave largesse, madame, and a great almsgiving, so that in his unending sleep your poet may rehearse our present love.” Chivalry And, in divers places, the Master maketh much mention of almsgiving and liberality to the poor, as we learn in the Gospel. Barlaam and Ioasaph Human advancement is not a mere question of almsgiving, but rather of sympathy and cooperation among classes who would scorn charity. The Souls of Black Folk Accordingly we are bound to give alms of our surplus, as also to give alms to one whose need is extreme: otherwise almsgiving, like any other greater good, is a matter of counsel. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province Is it not my continual labour to keep her from utter penury through her extravagance in almsgiving? The Saint's Tragedy It is proper to remark, that this gift was rather religious than charitable, the offering of piety as distinguished from that of almsgiving. Female Scripture Biographies, Volume II With these general feelings towards the population in her mind, why these efforts at consolation and almsgiving? Sir George Tressady — Volume II Already Helbeck realised—and not without a secret chafing—the restraints that would soon be laid upon the almsgiving of Bannisdale. Helbeck of Bannisdale — Volume II Therefore almsgiving is not an act of charity, but of religion. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province The lord and lady of the house are represented as engaged in almsgiving; the lady is thus earning her true title, that of “loaf-giver,” from which her name “lady” is derived. English Villages But you can, as I have said above, call it alms given in charity, or charitable almsgiving. The Spirit of St. Francis de Sales "You have done much good," I said; for she was noted for her liberal almsgiving. Villette One might expect that a town dedicated to the virtue of almsgiving would abound in beggars. East of Paris Sketches in the Gâtinais, Bourbonnais, and Champagne But these precepts contain no reference to almsgiving. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province Then the dwellers in the town hearkened to the man of God, and gave themselves up to fasting and almsgiving and prayer for three whole days. The Hermits Our Blessed Father had, as we know, so high an idea of the virtue of charity, which, indeed, he said was only christian perfection under another name, that he disliked to hear almsgiving called charity. The Spirit of St. Francis de Sales Promiscuous almsgiving, without inquiring into the worthiness of the applicant, is bad in every sense. Art of Money Getting Or, Golden Rules for Making Money Don't you know that indiscriminate almsgiving is only the encouragement to Idleness, the mother of Vice? The Pilgrims of the Rhine Therefore almsgiving is not a matter of precept. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province He went, and preached to them, too, repentance and almsgiving. The Hermits "But," I said, "when almsgiving is practised for the love of God, can we not then call it charity?" The Spirit of St. Francis de Sales No, no, said Epictetus, I do not use in my almsgiving to bestow farthings. Gargantua and Pantagruel, Illustrated, Book 2 Give your money to science, for there is an evil side to every other kind of almsgiving. Modern Painting Now corporal almsgiving belongs to those who are placed above others in temporal matters, i.e. to the rich. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province And the merchant gentry are all a devout people, and famed for many a virtue! liberality and much almsgiving! The Storm The groundwork of the old system of religious charity was thus swept away, and the relation which had for so long existed between prayer and penance and almsgiving and charity was altered. The History of Education; educational practice and progress considered as a phase of the development and spread of western civilization No part of the funds was devoted to the education of girls, but a very large part went in almsgiving. The Early Life of Mark Rutherford (W. Hale White) Why should there by any necessity for almsgiving in a civilized community? My Life and Work It is true that with G., as with every Italian, almsgiving enters into the theory and practice of Christian life, but she will not suffer misery to abuse its privileges. Venetian Life The potato crop of 1846 was even worse than that of 1845, and Peel's system of public works had proved an expensive failure, more pauperising than almsgiving. Lady John Russell Giving -- N. giving &c. v.; bestowal, bestowment†, donation; presentation, presentment; accordance; concession; delivery, consignment, dispensation, communication, endowment; investment, investiture; award. almsgiving†, charity, liberality, generosity. Roget's Thesaurus of English Words and Phrases You should know that the Tartars, before they were converted to the religion of the Idolaters, never practised almsgiving. The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1 She followed strictly her plan for private prayer twice a day; she kept watch over herself continually, and in almsgiving and other ways endeavoured to do as much good as she could. Excellent Women Charity, in the sense both of almsgiving and of loving-kindness, was the virtue of virtues. Judaism Of late benevolence has been, abroad in the English parish, almsgiving and visiting have increased, good landlords have taken up cottage improvements. Lectures and Essays Take heed that ye do not do your almsgiving to be seen by others. All Four Gospels for Readers Unfortunately, however, the aim of almsgiving in this period was not so much to help the dependent back to self-support, as to increase the piety of the individual dispensing the alms. Problems in American Democracy Let such be excommunicate from the cup of the Lord, and from the congregation of the Lord, till they have purged away their sins by penance and by almsgiving. Hypatia — or New Foes with an Old Face Gifts and subscriptions which represent merely the largess of a man's superfluity and cost nothing in the way of personal self-denial are not really in this sense almsgiving. Religious Reality It was impossible not to waste money in almsgiving. Castle Richmond Her ideas of doing good in the world were the old-fashioned ones of visiting and almsgiving; she had no more conception of modern remedies than she had of modern diseases. Sylvia's Marriage There is still a great deal of unwise and indiscriminate almsgiving by individuals, but the spread of new ideals of social help is probably cutting down the amount. Problems in American Democracy In the first case the good action of almsgiving produces the good effect of lessening the sufferings of the poor, who should be thankful for their benefactor. The Religion of the Samurai A Study of Zen Philosophy and Discipline in China and Japan The rule of the Gospel with regard both to almsgiving and to fasting is that such things should be done in secret. Religious Reality The Queen of Scots was noted for her beneficent almsgiving, and a few silver pieces from her would be quite sufficient to replenish her basket. Unknown to History: a story of the captivity of Mary of Scotland I felt that here was a call for something more than mere almsgiving—the charity of a day. Friends and Neighbors To meet the growing needs of the dependent classes, the Church extended and improved its system of almsgiving. Problems in American Democracy How different a calling it had been in Saint Francis's day, when hearts inflamed with the new sense of brotherhood had but to set forth on their simple mission of almsgiving and admonition! The Valley of Decision The essence of Christian almsgiving is that it should be the expression of Christian charity or love: and love means the willingness to serve others, at cost to self. Religious Reality "The poor folk at Sheffield and Ecclesfield will miss her plentiful almsgiving." Unknown to History: a story of the captivity of Mary of Scotland Beside his almsgiving, he now had another occupation which took up all his surplus time. The Malady of the Century Then the Reformation crippled the temporal power of the Church, and ecclesiastical almsgiving declined in importance. Problems in American Democracy "Such a niggardly almsgiving, got together with such trouble and sending round the hat, must not be allowed to help towards building our Beethoven's monument!" he wrote to Berlioz. Letters of Franz Liszt -- Volume 1 from Paris to Rome: Years of Travel as a Virtuoso Yes, but, don't you see, that came as almsgiving, in the way which brings a blessing. The Daisy chain, or Aspirations "They are five, prayer, almsgiving, fasting, pilgrimage, fighting for the Faith and abstinence from the forbidden." The Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night — Volume 05 The men were seafaring, the women lacemaking, and just well enough off to make dissent doubly attractive as an escape from some of the interfering almsgiving of the place. Clever Woman of the Family There was a gradual abandonment of almsgiving as the sole method of attacking dependency. Problems in American Democracy The Jews prepared themselves by fasts, prayers, penitence, and almsgiving, and they succeeded in opening the grave without a mishap. The Legends of the Jews — Volume 4 At Bolbone in Languedoc5341 daily at the convent gate is "general almsgiving to 300 or 400 poor people, independent of that for the aged and the sick, which is more numerously attended." The Ancient Regime He spent his whole income in acts of charity—not in almsgiving, but in helping poor children, and poor men and women, to help themselves. Character The American girl looked capable of doing what she said; perhaps it was a national way of almsgiving! Stories in Light and Shadow Why is almsgiving inadequate as a method of treating dependency? Problems in American Democracy For like as foods are threefold for mankind In nourishing, so is there threefold way Of worship, abstinence, and almsgiving! The Song celestial; or, Bhagabad-gîtâ (from the Mahâbhârata) being a discourse between Arjuna, prince of India, and the Supreme Being under the form of Krishna When converted, he became famous for his liberality in almsgiving. A Record of Buddhistic kingdoms: being an account by the Chinese monk Fa-hsien of travels in India and Ceylon (A.D. 399-414) in search of the Buddhist books of discipline In the records of man, their almsgiving will not perhaps be found registered, but Heaven has its account as well as earth. Life of Charlotte Bronte — Volume 2 From the sad catastrophe I date the rise of that interest in Social Science; that desire for some nobler, more methodic, more permanent benevolence than that which stops at mere almsgiving and charity-schools. Sanitary and Social Lectures, etc The place formerly held by the Church was filled, partly by public almshouses or workhouses, and partly by indiscriminate and unorganized almsgiving on the part of kind-hearted individuals. Problems in American Democracy Then again, many houses indulged in unwise and excessive almsgiving, which the monks might well believe to be right, but which brought them only the interested friendship of the needy. Old English Libraries Then there were the towns, where the rich merchants considered almsgiving as very profitable for salvation. Russia His end was one of devotion, of prayers and almsgiving, and of opening of the prison to them that were bound. William the Conqueror Recently there has been a reaction against almsgiving or pure charity, and a distinct tendency to develop what may be called the concept of social service. Problems in American Democracy |
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