The "liar" is probably the man who makes false excuses for not giving, and so is inferior to the poor man whose "desire," the wish to do good, is a…

The desire of a man is his kindness— that is, what makes a man desired or beloved is his kindness. Or, the kindn…

The desire of a man [is] his kindness
Either the grace and kindness of God, which is, desirable by every sensible ma…

It is far better to have a heart to do good, and lack the ability for it, than to have the ability for it, and lack a heart for it.