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A good Samaritan

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Cultural Origin

Comes from a parable in the Bible where a Samaritan helps an injured man, showing compassion regardless of ethnicity.

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Like the good Samaritan in the Bible, she assisted the lost tourist.
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Beyond Duty

Emphasizes voluntary help, more than what is expected or required by the situation.

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He went out in the storm to rescue the kitten, a true good Samaritan.
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Unsolicited Assistance

Involves offering help without being asked, suggesting self-initiative and altruism.

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Seeing the boy cry, the good Samaritan comforted him and found his parents.
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