Roman Emperor Julian’s letter to a priest- teaching on philanthropy- 361CE

You must above all exercise philanthropy(φιλανθρωπία), for from it result many other blessings, and moreover that choicest and greatest blessing of all, the good will of the gods. For just as those who are in agreement with their masters about their friendships and ambitions and loves are more kindly treated than their fellow slaves, so we must suppose that God, who naturally loves human beings, has more kindness for those men who love their fellows.