THEOSISCyrill of Alexandria
The law serves as an instructor of fundamental principles, guiding towards the essential truths of God's commands. It offers foundational practices that foster compassion for the less fortunate, captured in the following directive: "When you reap your harvest and forget a sheaf in the field, do not go back to collect it; let it remain for the foreigner, the orphan, and the widow, so that the Lord your God may bless you in all the work of your hands. When you harvest the olives, do not go over the branches again; leave what remains for the foreigner, the orphan, and the widow. When you gather the grapes from your vineyard, do not reap the leftovers; leave them for the foreigner, the orphan, and the widow.
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Remember that you were once a slave in the land of Egypt; therefore I command you to do these things" (Deuteronomy 24:19-22). It is beneficial to reflect on past trials and tribulations, as such recollection cultivates empathy and ensures that during times of abundance, one does not forget the hardships of want.