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Obsessed with Givingby Rabbi Dov Greenberg
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Obsessed with Giving
Posted by: Anonymous on Mar 06, 2005
You have great insight and I believe this article is one of the most invaluable rebukes I have ever read. Every act of giving should be directed toward those suffering by injustice and oppression. Only then can we create a better life for generations to come. I will never forget.
Yet I also believe financial assistance may not be enough for the poor. How does one on the recieving end build a stable life when money comes and goes by generous donations? In most simplest terms, a society is built by what it has and what it can offer to another. A poor person may need further assistance after his basic necessities are taken care of. For example, I couldn't see myself giving an orphan quick money to know he/she has to continually work in an unstable environment. Therefore, I can direct an orphan to the care he/she should really have. I may be getting ahead of myself. In all respects, the Jewish community has risen above itself time and time again.
Giving
Posted by: Anonymous on Mar 28, 2005
I read almost every day how so many charities are corrupt and steal people's money. All religions and charities have been caught doing this.
Thanks
Editor's Comment
Charity
Posted by: Anonymous, Los Angeles, CA, USA on Jun 03, 2005
Editor's Comment
1. Yes, you have the right to do research before giving charity to any individual or organization. Indeed, if you are suspicious that perhaps the recipient is unscrupulous, you have a moral obligation to ensure that your money does not finance unethical activities.
2. The reward is certainly greater when the money actually served a positive purpose.