Proverbs 11:24-25
“There is one who scatters, and increases yet more. There is one who withholds more than is appropriate, but it leads to poverty. The liberal soul shall be made fat. He who waters shall be watered also himself.”
This passage comes from the book of Proverbs, a collection of ancient wisdom sayings. It was likely compiled over centuries, offering practical advice and observations about how the world works, often from a perspective that connects right living with positive outcomes.
What does a balanced approach to generosity look like when considering both the practical wisdom of reciprocity and the call to selfless giving?