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“Doing good for the sake of a heavenly reward is not an act of good, but a business transaction.” quote by J.Adam Snyder
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““Doing good for the sake of a heavenly reward is not an act of good, but a business transaction.””

J.Adam Snyder

About This Quote

Source Book: Ethics in Modern Business, 2018

Good deeds done for reward are transactional, not true virtue.

In simple terms: Reward‑driven good is not pure.

Key Takeaway

Seek intrinsic motivation over external rewards.

Themes

ethics motivation integrity

Mood

critical inquisitive

Type

philosophical reflective

When to use this quote

  • volunteering
  • charitable work
  • career choices

Key Concepts

altruism philosophy economics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we value reward‑based actions?
  • Can true virtue exist without expectation?
A Different Perspective

May discount genuine kindness.

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