(421 words) Unfortunately, not all people understand the essence of generosity. Some of them believe that this property of the soul is a sign of a weakness of character, because, according to their logic, a person should inspire a person with awe, and not respect. Only fear holds their authority. But I don’t think so, because generosity is a force that can change the world for the better. To verify this, just look at suitable literary examples.
So, in the story of M. Gorky, “The Old Woman Izergil,” Danko saved his fellow tribesmen, who wandered in the thickets for a long time and could not find a way out, by the power of their generosity. The tribe was forced to go on a journey to hide from enemies. But people got lost in the forests, where there were marshy soils and impenetrable haze due to the abundance of tree crowns. There they could not live and get their own food. The heroes were already desperate, but among them there was one man who led everyone behind him. Danko took responsibility for the life of the entire tribe, not demanding anything in return. Tired people showered him with reproaches and complaints, but he continued to walk and believe in success. To convince the people to follow themselves, he tore his heart out of his chest and illuminated their path to freedom. He managed to bail out his tribe at the cost of life. I think everyone will agree that this feat is a demonstration of phenomenal strength. Where did Danko get it from? Out of generosity towards people, because his goal was the prosperity of the whole tribe.
In the story of M. Gorky “Chelkash” the antipodes are depicted: an experienced thief and a young peasant. Gavrila arrived in the city to earn money and met a middle-aged man who offered a part-time job. The young man agreed, and at night they went to work. It turns out that it was about smuggling. The young man was very scared, he nearly frustrated all the plans and agreements. But Chelkash, a seasoned performer of illegal requests, forgave the newcomer and decided to share the money, as agreed. But the greedy partner was not satisfied with such a divide and after humiliating requests he switched to a vile attack from the back. He almost killed the thief, but he did not repent of his actions, since he believed that no one would regret Chelkash, nobody needed him. Nevertheless, looking at the quickened victim, Gavrila was again very frightened. Then the dangerous and marginal tramp threw all the money to the ground and left, leaving the weeping peasant alone. He did not touch him. So which of them has power? It was the magnanimous and brave Chelkash who spared the weak young man who failed to resist the temptation of sin.
Thus, generosity is power, because it is very easy to succumb to anger, cruelty and revenge, but it is incredibly difficult to refrain from them and show humility and virtue. It is magnanimity that gives people the incentive and the will to make a feat that will save someone's life. It is it that daily changes the world for the better.
