# alms, merciful deeds ... for the poor #

## Definition: ##

The term "alms" refers to money, food, or other things that are given to help poor people.

* Often the giving of alms was seen by people as something that their religion required them to do in order to be righteous.
* Jesus said that giving alms should not be done publicly for the purpose of getting other people to notice. 
* This term could be translated as "money" or "gifts to poor people" or "help for the poor."

## Bible References: ##

* [Acts 03:1-3](rc://en/tn/help/act/03/01)
* [Matthew 06:01](rc://en/tn/help/mat/06/01)
* [Matthew 06:03](rc://en/tn/help/mat/06/03)

## Word Data: ##

* Strong's: G1654