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The judgment: You are now before Yama, King of the Dead…

“The judgment: You are now before Yama, King of the Dead. In vain will you try to...deny or conceal the evil deeds you have done. ... the mirror in which Yama seems to read your past is your own memory, and also his judgment is your own. It is you yourself who pronounce your own judgment, ...” quote by Gautama Buddha
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“The judgment: You are now before Yama, King of the Dead. In vain will you try to...deny or conceal the evil deeds you have done. ... the mirror in which Yama seems to read your past is your own memory, and also his judgment is your own. It is you yourself who pronounce your own judgment, ...”

Gautama Buddha

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

He teaches that self‑judgment is the true judge of one's deeds, reflecting inner truth.

In simple terms: Self‑judgment reveals true accountability.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate honest self‑reflection.

Themes

accountability self‑reflection truth karma

Mood

contemplative serene

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • daily decisions
  • conflict resolution
  • personal ethics

Key Concepts

mindfulness ethical living

Questions to Reflect On

  • What practices help you judge fairly?
  • How do you balance self‑compassion with accountability?
A Different Perspective

Self‑judgment can be harsh and biased.

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