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“The questions asked at the end of lie are very simple ones: Did I love well? Did I love the people around me, my community, the earth, in a deep way? And perhaps, Did I live fully? Did I offer myself to life?” quote by Jack Kornfield
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“The questions asked at the end of lie are very simple ones: Did I love well? Did I love the people around me, my community, the earth, in a deep way? And perhaps, Did I live fully? Did I offer myself to life?”

Jack Kornfield

About This Quote

Source Book: A Path with the Heart by Jack Kornfield, 1993

At life's end, we evaluate love, community, earth, and fullness of living, urging deep, compassionate engagement.

In simple terms: We measure life by love and depth.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate love and purpose.

Themes

love purpose reflection community

Mood

inspirational thoughtful

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • environmental stewardship
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

existential meaning ethical living

Questions to Reflect On

  • Did you love deeply this year?
  • What does living fully look like for you?
A Different Perspective

Love alone may not guarantee fulfillment.

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