This is just some thinking out loud about: Charity
Charity may and can be a normal result of the social interaction between people. Man, by instinct, is sociable. Because of that sociability we give thought to the needs and wants of others so as to avoid conflict or dissension within the group. Less conflict and dissension makes for a more harmonious and enjoyable group.
If our needs and wants are fulfilled, we may give more consideration to the needs and wants of others simply to make our experience in the group more enjoyable.. This may lead to charity. This charity on our part is not truly selfless as the act will benefit us through the group.
A problem seems to arise when our wants, beyond our needs, override our consideration of the needs of others within the group.
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