Philanthropy in America: A Comprehensive Historical Encyclopedia [3 volumes]Dwight F. Burlingame A comprehensive reference on the philanthropic sector includes articles on prominent people, events, associations, theories, legislation, and other relevant topics, along with a volume of source documents. |
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Page 551
... give : men are far less disposed to give away what is their own than to forbear taking what is another's . 4. Again , it is only those who give who have the name of “ charitable " : those who forbear taking are not praised on the score ...
... give : men are far less disposed to give away what is their own than to forbear taking what is another's . 4. Again , it is only those who give who have the name of “ charitable " : those who forbear taking are not praised on the score ...
Page 642
... give and bequeath unto Kahakuakoi ( w ) and Kealohapauole , her husband , and to the survivor of them , the sum of Thirty Dollars ( $ 30 . ) per month , ( not $ 30 . each ) so long as either of them may live . And I also devise unto ...
... give and bequeath unto Kahakuakoi ( w ) and Kealohapauole , her husband , and to the survivor of them , the sum of Thirty Dollars ( $ 30 . ) per month , ( not $ 30 . each ) so long as either of them may live . And I also devise unto ...
Page 719
... give without feeling it . Weighed down by a colossal fortune , giving some of it away must be to him a relief . They too are willing to give and theirs is more meritorious than his because they give out of their comparative poverty , he ...
... give without feeling it . Weighed down by a colossal fortune , giving some of it away must be to him a relief . They too are willing to give and theirs is more meritorious than his because they give out of their comparative poverty , he ...
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References to this book
Understanding Philanthropy: Its Meaning and Mission Robert L. Payton,Michael P. Moody Limited preview - 2008 |