alms
/ɑːmz/noun
Definition
Charitable gifts of money or goods given to the poor. Acts of mercy and generosity toward those in need.
Modern Equivalent
charitable gifts / donations to the poor
Usage Notes
Jesus teaches that alms should be given secretly, not for public recognition. Cornelius' alms and prayers came up as a memorial before God.
Example Verse
“Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven.”Matthew 6:1