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Art of Giving

Giving alms while looking at the recipient’s feet Was asked why his self esteem did deplete To which he said ‘I seem to be the giver Yet God alone is the divine lover So I look down ashamed Lest heart be stained’ 07-October-2021
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Omar Avatar
October 9, 2021 at 11:00 PM
So wise , so emotional ,your are a real poet
Seeker Avatar
October 9, 2021 at 11:48 PM
Merely penned, the story is well known, although I forget now who said it
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