What motivates you to help poor?

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   Goodpalposted 11 years ago

   What motivates you to help poor?
   
   For religious people helping poor is serving god; many other feel compassionate and go out of their way to help people in need. Some people feel that they "heal themselves when they help the poor." What drives you to step out and help someone needy or poor?

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   Hridyapal-Bhogalposted 11 years ago

   The very simple thing that they are, after all, 'HUMANS'. I keep Humanity above all religions. If we bring religion into perspective, then we that gives a 'selfish' motive to the entire act as then "we give only to get in the future".

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      Goodpalposted 11 years agoin reply to this

      Why do you think that religion means selfishness? Anyone can help anyone in trouble, out of compassion and goodwill.

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      Hridyapal-Bhogalposted 11 years agoin reply to this

      India is a land of religions (you must be knowing this!). If we (Indians) all gave selflessly to the poor, then we wouldn't have any poverty left in the country. But still there is major chunk of population lying below poverty line!

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   lburmasterposted 11 years ago

   Thinking about what they have and what I have. It's a real difference and they should always have food, water, clothing, and a place to live. Now, I might not be "healing myself", but there is a sense of accomplishment afterwards.

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      Goodpalposted 11 years agoin reply to this

      There is always a feeling of sense of satisfaction coming from the opportunity to express our goodness, whenever we come forward to help or share. This is what humanity is all about - being good human. Thanks for sharing.

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   Elderberry Artsposted 11 years ago

   Kindness and also appreciation for what I have now and wishing to share that with others.

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      Goodpalposted 11 years agoin reply to this

      You really have compassionate and kind heart. I truly admire such qualities.

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   samaziposted 11 years ago

   I hI help the poor because blessed is the hand that gives.The more I give the more I Will get.

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      Goodpalposted 11 years agoin reply to this

      You have really good understanding of the dynamics of goodwill and law of Karma. These laws operate whether we know (or believe in) them or not. Every good deed is sooner or later rewarded in much bigger proportion. Have a nice day!

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      Hridyapal-Bhogalposted 11 years agoin reply to this

      Once again, my point is highlighted! You give today because you want to get tomorrow!

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