Why Are You Poor?

A poor man asked Buddha: "Why am I poor?" ​

Buddha said: "Because you have not learned to give." ​The poor man asked: "How can I give if I have nothing?"​

​Buddha said: "There are seven ways of giving alms, even by a person who has nothing:
Demeanor alms: Smile when dealing with people; 
Language alms: Complement and comfort others ;
Heart alms: Open up your heart to give kindness;
Eye alms: Look at people with kind eyes;
Body alms: Provide help with actions; 
Seat alms: Provide seats with humbleness;
Accommodation alms: Be patient and tolerant."

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