Altruism
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Altruism is concern for the well-being and life of others independently of personal benefit or reciprocity.
Giving alms to the poor is often considered an altruistic action.
An old Homo erectus who survived for years without teeth probably through its group sharing their food is regarded as an early example of altruism
Giving alms to beggar children
Volunteers assist Hurricane victims at the Houston Astrodome, following Hurricane Katrina.
Alms
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Alms are money, food, or other material goods donated to people living in poverty. Providing alms is often considered an act of charity. The act of providing alms is called almsgiving.
Altruism
…Giving alms to the poor is often considered an altruistic action. Altruism is concern for the well-being and life of others independently of personal benefit or…
Woman giving alms by János Thorma
Three monks seeking alms in Lhasa, Tibet in 1993.
Alms bowl as used by bhikkhus for going on an alms round
Pre-packaged alms kits can be bought to donate to monks