it is better to give than to receive
it is better to give than to receive
proverb It is more virtuous to give or yield something than to receive something. The idea is Biblical in origin. It is better to give than to receive, so we're going to donate these dolls to people who are less fortunate. Right, honey?
See also: better, give, receive
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
It is better to give than to receive.
and It is more blessed to give than to receive.Prov. It is more virtuous to give things than to get them. (Biblical.) Susan told her children, "Instead of thinking so much about what you want for your birthday, think about what to give your brothers and sisters for their birthdays. Remember, it is better to give than to receive." Our charity encourages you to share the good things you have. It is more blessed to give than to receive.
See also: better, give, receive
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
- give (one) (the) clearance to (do something)
- give (someone) the royal treatment
- give back
- all in, be
- be all in
- give it a burl
- give (one) a fresh start
- give me
- give me (someone or something) any day/time
- gimme