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Give and it shall be given unto you: good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over... Luke 6:38

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This quote from Luke 6:38 encourages individuals to be generous and selfless in their actions towards others. It implies that when we give, whether it be of our time, resources, or kindness, we will receive blessings in return, symbolized by a "good measure" that exceeds expectations. The imagery of something being pressed, shaken, and running over indicates an abundance or overflow of goodness that comes from our willingness to give. The quote serves as a reminder that acts of giving can bring about positive and abundant rewards in different spheres of life.

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