alms-giving

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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
  1. making voluntary contributions to aid the poor

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