proverb · Words worth keeping
He gives twice who gives quickly.
He gives twice who gives quickly.
Historical period not yet established
Understand the thought
Meaning in plain English
Quick giving described as giving twice values help received while it can make a difference. The saying gives timeliness extra weight.
What the words are saying
The doubling is figurative, not a measured effect or reason to make rushed promises. A useful application asks what help is needed and when it is useful, while respecting the giver’s limits. Later assistance can still matter, and immediate help should not impose unwanted conditions.
Everyday example
Someone responds promptly to an understood need with support they can actually provide.
When to use it
Use it to value timely, appropriate help without a numerical guarantee.
What it does not mean
No doubled benefit or obligation to act beyond resources is established.
Agent-assisted editorial interpretation. This explains the words; it does not by itself verify their author or earliest origin.
Attribution & collection notes
- Author or tradition
- Traditional
Attribution: traditional - Country attributed
Germany
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- Historical period not yet established
No sufficiently supported historical placement has been established. Import and download dates are not treated as composition dates. - Recorded source
- Contributor-provided wisdom reference (2014 AD)
Supplied reference B; unit 784; PDF page 71; collection label: Germany
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- Culture
- Germany