one's mite; widow's mite
A yojijukugo proverb meaning that a small offering from a poor person is more valuable than a large offering from a rich person, because it represents a greater sacrifice. Often used to praise modest but heartfelt contributions.
His donation is just a mite, but his sincerity is more precious than anything.
貧者の一灯という言葉があるように、小さな親切でも大きな意味を持つことがある。
As the saying 'a poor man's lantern' suggests, even a small kindness can have great meaning.