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Saint John Chrysostom Quotes about Giving

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The rich man is not one who is in possession of much, but one who gives much.

The rich man is not one who is in possession of much, but one who gives much.

Saint John Chrysostom
Men, Giving, Wealth
Saint John Chrysostom (1842). “The Homilies of S. John Chrysostom on the Statues: Or, To the People of Antioch”, p.42

God asks little, but He gives much.

Saint John Chrysostom
Giving, Saint, Littles

Many can give money to those in need, but to personally serve the needy readily, out of love, and in a fraternal spirit, requires a truly great soul.

Saint John Chrysostom
Giving, Soul, Needs

If the Lord should give you power to raise the dead, He would give much less than He does when he bestows suffering. By miracles you would make yourself debtor to Him, while by suffering He may become debtor to you. And even if sufferings had no other reward than being able to bear something for that God who loves you, is not this a great reward and a sufficient remuneration? Whoever loves, understands what I say.

Saint John Chrysostom
Love You, Giving, Miracle

The primary goal in the education of children is to teach, and to give the example of, a virtuous life.

Saint John Chrysostom
Children, Giving, Goal

How many there are who still say, 'I want to see His shape, His image, His clothing, His sandals.' Behold, you do see Him, you touch Him, you eat Him! You want to see His clothing. He gives Himself to you, not just to be seen but to be touched, to be eaten, to be received within .... Let all of you be ardent, fervent, enthusiastic. If the Jews stood, shoes on, staff in hand, and eating in haste, how much more vigilant should you be. They were about to go to Palestine; ... you are about to go to heaven.

Saint John Chrysostom
Hands, Shoes, Giving

How many of you say: I should like to see His face, His garments, His shoes. You do see Him, you touch Him, you eat Him. He gives Himself to you, not only that you may see Him, but also to be your food and nourishment.

Saint John Chrysostom
Holy Eucharist, Shoes, Giving

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