The beggar is need made visible at the margin — the figure society passes. In dreams, the beggar is often a disowned part of self asking for what you deny it. The gods of myth test hospitality disguised as beggars.
Positive Resonance
Need honestly shown, humility, the disguised sacred at the door
Shadow Aspect
The refused need, dignity denied, begging for what should be given
Nuances
Giving to the beggar: honoring the needful part
Passing by: a need refused again
Being the beggar: need without pride's cover
The beggar revealed as more: the tested hospitality