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Mother Teresa

I try to give to the poor people for love what the rich could get for money. No, I wouldn't touch a leper for a thousand pounds yet I willingly cure him for the love of God.

Mother Teresa

Love

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Mother Teresa is saying that she offers kindness and care to poor people out of genuine love, something that rich people might only obtain by paying money. She emphasizes that her motivation is not financial gain, as she would not help a sick person for money but does so freely because of her devotion to God.

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