"Evil of some kind is ever the cause of destitution and wretchedness.

Such bitter waters as these cannot flow from a sweet fountain.

Still, many are brought to suffering through the evil ways of others; and many whose own wrong doings have reacted upon them in unhappy consequences, deeply repent of the past, and earnestly desire to live better lives in future.
Both need kindness, encouragement, and, it may be, assistance; and it is the duty of those who have enough and to spare, to stretch forth their hands to aid, comfort and sustain them." "Yes.

That is true.

But, how are we to know who are the real objects of our benevolence ?" "We have but to open our eyes and see, Mr.Edwards," said the Quaker.