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The ends do not justify the means. if our actions will bring harm to others, even in the service of some 'good,' they are almost certainly deluded. if our actions do not come from a kind heart, from loving courage and compassion, they are deluded. if they are based on a distinction between 'us' and 'them,' they stem from delusion. only to the extent that we act from the wisdom of no separation, understanding how we are woven together, will our intention bring benefit.
-Jack Kornfield
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The Ends Do Not Justify The Means.

Jack Kornfield
The ends do not justify the means. if our actions will bring harm to others, even in the service of some 'good,' they are almost certainly deluded. if our actions do not come from a kind heart, from loving courage and compassion, they are deluded. if they are based on a distinction between 'us' and 'them,' they stem from delusion. only to the extent that we act from the wisdom of no separation, understanding how we are woven together, will our intention bring benefit.
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