Every spiritual tradition teaches us to be kind and generous, encouraging us that a spiritual life is made possible with a generous heart. According to an East African proverb, "you can share even if you have little." The article below looks at teachings about the spiritual practice of generosity from various spiritual traditions. Generosity is and always has been a core human value. - Ameeta
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Editor's Note: Every spiritual tradition teaches us to be kind and generous, encouraging us that a spiritual life is made possible with a generous heart. According to an East African proverb, "you can share even if you have little." The article below looks at teachings about the spiritual practice of generosity from various spiritual traditions. Generosity is and always has been a core human value. - Ameeta
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