If you have done good, set your mind upon it so that it…
“If you have done good, set your mind upon it so that it may be repeated over and over again. Allow yourself to be pleased by good. Accumulating good is joyful.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Cultivating good deeds repeatedly builds a habit of virtue, leading to lasting happiness and inner peace
In simple terms: Repeating good actions creates lasting joy
Key Takeaway
Practice repeated kindness
Themes
virtue
habit
joy
Mood
serene
inspired
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- Daily meditation
- community service
- personal journaling
- teaching ethics
Key Concepts
Buddhist ethics
mindfulness
spiritual practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you ensure good deeds are sincere?
- What simple practice helps you repeat kindness?
A Different Perspective
Good actions can be motivated by selfish desire for praise, not pure altruism