alms-giving
Definition
Noun: The act of voluntarily giving money, food, or other assistance to people in need, especially the poor, typically as a charitable or religious duty.
Usage
Alms-giving is used as a singular noun to describe the general practice or concept of charitable donation. It often carries a formal or historical tone and is frequently associated with religious traditions.
Examples
- The holiday season is a traditional time for alms-giving and charity.
- In many faiths, alms-giving is considered one of the primary virtues.
- His life was dedicated to prayer and alms-giving.
Advanced Usage
- As a concept of duty: The word often implies a moral or religious obligation, not just a spontaneous act of kindness.
- For monks, alms-giving is both a spiritual practice and a means of sustenance.
Variants and Related Words
- Alms (n., plural): The items (money, food, clothing) given as charity.
- The beggar asked for alms outside the temple.
- Almsgiver (n.): A person who gives alms.
- Almsgiving (n.): An alternative, often hyphenated, spelling of .
Synonyms
- Charity
- Philanthropy
- Donation
- Benefaction
Related Phrases
- To give alms: The verbal phrase describing the action.
- The pilgrims stopped to give alms to the poor.
Noun
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making voluntary contributions to aid the poor
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