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Good Samaritan
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선한 사마리아인, 착한 사마리아인
a sympathetic person who tries to help those who are in trouble or in desperate need of help
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IdiomWhat is the origin of the idiom "Good Samaritan" and when to use it?
The term "Good Samaritan" originates from the biblical story of the Good Samaritan found in the Gospel of Luke. This idiom is used to describe individuals who selflessly help others, especially in times of need. It is often used to acknowledge acts of kindness and compassion towards strangers.
Example
A Good Samaritan stopped to help the stranded driver change a flat tire on the side of the road.
선한 사마리아인이 도와주기 위해 길가에서 고장난 차의 타이어를 교체하는 stranded driver를 도와주기 위해 멈췄다.
He volunteered his time every weekend, serving meals at the community kitchen like a true Good Samaritan.
그는 매주 주말마다 자원봉사를 하여 지역 주방에서 식사를 제공하며 진정한 선한 사마리아인처럼 행동했다.
