Quote by Jonathan Kozol

I beg people not to accept the seasonal ritual of well-timed charity on Christmas Eve. It's blasphemy.

I beg people not to accept the seasonal ritual of well-timed

Summary

This quote urges individuals to reject the superficial act of charitable giving solely during Christmas time. It criticizes the notion of treating generosity as a ritual or tradition limited to a specific time of year, suggesting that this approach is disrespectful to the true spirit of charity. The use of the word "blasphemy" implies that reducing acts of kindness to a mere seasonal custom is sacrilegious, and calls for a more genuine and sustained commitment to helping others throughout the year.

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Christmas

By Jonathan Kozol

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