Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

The worst of charity is that the lives you are asked to preserve are not worth preserving

The worst of charity is that the lives you are asked to pres

Summary

This quote suggests that charity can have negative consequences when the lives it aims to help are not valuable or deserving of preservation. It implies that blindly giving aid or support without thoroughly assessing the worth or impact of each individual life can be misguided and counterproductive. Ultimately, the quote questions the efficacy and moral implications of certain charitable actions, urging for greater discernment and consideration in philanthropy.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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