This story is told that one day a beggar by the roadside asked for alms from Alexander the Great, as he passed by. The man was poor and wretched and had no claim upon the ruler no right even to lift a solicitous hand. Yet the Emperor threw him several gold coins.
A courtier was astonished at his generosity and commented:
“Sir, copper coins would adequately meet a beggar’s need. Why give him gold?”
Alexander responded in royal fashion:
“Copper coins would suit the beggar’s need but gold coins suit Alexander’s giving.”
Generosity is not just about fulfilling needs it is a reflection of our character and our inner goodness!
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