Thus have I heard:
One time, the Budha was staying at Anaathapindidas Ashrama in Jetavana of Shraavastii.
At that time, the Bhagavaan said to the bhikshus:
“There are two practices that lead to poverty and lack of wealth. What are these two?
When one sees others giving, they obstruct it, and they themselves are unwilling to give. These, bhikshus, are the two practices that cause poverty and lack of wealth.
Bhikshus, there are also two practices that lead to prosperity and honour. What are these two?
When one sees others giving, they rejoice and support the act with joy, and they themselves enjoy giving. These, bhikshus, are the two practices that lead to prosperity and honour.
Therefore, bhikshus, you should practice generosity and avoid greed.”
When the bhikshus heard what the Budha said, they followed it with joy.