2813 See n. 2808 to
22:33 above. What was expressed in general terms is applied here more particularly to camels, the most precious and useful animals of Arabia , whose mode of slaughter for sacrifice is different from that of smaller animals: the special word for such sacrifice is Nahr (
108:2). 2814 There are ethics in begging, as in charity. No approval is given to arrogant and insolent begging, though the relief of distress of all kinds, deserved and undeserved, is included in charity. But those who beg with humility and those who receive gifts with gratitude and contentment are both mentioned for special attention. Charity should not be given for show, or to get rid of importunate demands. It should find out real needs and meet them.