CHAPTER XV. Be Generous

Be Generous

INTRODUCTION TO CHAPTER XV

BY GEN. THOMAS J. MORGAN

God blesses still the generous thought And still the fitting word he speeds, And truth, at His requiring taught, He quickens into deeds. —Whittier.

One of the noblest traits which a boy can cultivate in his relations with his fellows is that of generosity. He is a mean fellow who is always thinking and planning for himself only and seeking to get the advantage of others. A noble-hearted, manly boy thinks of the welfare of those around him, and is always ready to lend a hand to those that are in need. Deeds of generosity tend to develop a character which everybody admires. Generosity pays; it begets self-respect; enlarges a boy’s views and sympathies, and brings him into delightful relationship with kindred minds. If you have anything especially good don’t fail to share it with others who have less, or none. Be generous.