In whatever work that you do in this world, the work has…
““In whatever work that you do in this world, the work has no value. You will be ‘binding responsibility’ for next life only if there is attachment and abhorrence involved in it. There is no responsibility if the attachment and abhorrence do not occur.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Attachment creates karmic responsibility; without attachment, actions are neutral.
In simple terms: Only attached actions bind future responsibility.
Key Takeaway
Act without clinging to outcomes.
Themes
karma
attachment
responsibility
detachment
Mood
contemplative
neutral
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- daily work
- volunteering
- creative projects
- relationships
- teaching
Key Concepts
Buddhist philosophy
karma
non-attachment
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you act with attachment?
- How can you cultivate detachment?
A Different Perspective
Even neutral actions can affect others; intention matters.