“Almsgiving, according to the Gospel, is not mere philanthropy; rather it is a concrete expression of charity, a theological virtue that demands interior conversion to love of God and neighbor, in imitation of Jesus Christ, who, dying on the cross, gave his entire self for us.”
Quote by Pope Benedict XVI
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Pope Benedict XVI
Pope Benedict XVI, born Joseph Aloisius Ratzinger, was the 265th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church, serving from 2005 to 2013. He had a deep academic background in philosophy and theology, serving as a Cardinal and President of the Pontifical Biblical Commission. During his papacy, Pope Benedict XVI worked to promote church reform and dialogue, emphasizing the importance of traditional doctrine while balancing conservative and reformist forces within the church. more
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