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'''Altruism''' is some sort of sacrifice, for the sake of persons other than oneself. It is  the selfless concern for the welfare of others; a motivation to help others. In many religious traditions it is an important virtue.  
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'''Altruism''' is some sort of sacrifice, for the sake of persons other than oneself. It is  the selfless concern for the welfare of others; a motivation to help others. In many religious traditions it is an important [[virtue]].  
  
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The word "altruism" is derived from Latin ''alter'' "other".
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The word "altruism" is derived from [[Latin]] ''alter'' "other".
  
 
== See also ==
 
== See also ==

Revision as of 18:08, October 1, 2007

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Altruism is some sort of sacrifice, for the sake of persons other than oneself. It is the selfless concern for the welfare of others; a motivation to help others. In many religious traditions it is an important virtue.

The word "altruism" is derived from Latin alter "other".

See also

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