Definitions: (1) the disposition of heart inclining people to think favorably of their fellows and to do them good; (2) prone to good will, benevolence, or affection; (3) liberal in judgment of others
Synonyms: benign, eleemosynary, forgiving, generous, indulgent, lenient; loving
People Who Exemplify This Quality: Jamsetji Tata (1939-1904) Indian philanthropist gave $102.4 billion mainly in education & healthcare.
Quotes:
• True charity is the desire to be useful to others with no thought of recompense. — Emanuel Swedenborg (1688–1772) Swedish polymath [four disciplines]
• Sweeter than the perfume of roses is a reputation for a kind, charitable, unselfish nature; a ready disposition to do to others any good turn in your power. — Orison Swett Marden (1848–1924) American inspirational author
Color: red