Quote by Meister Eckhart

People should not worry as much about what they do but rather about what they are. If they and their ways are good, then their deeds are radiant. If you are righteous, then what you do will also be righteous. We should not think that holiness is based on what we do but rather on what we are, for it is not our works which sanctify us but we who sanctify our works.

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Summary

This quote emphasizes the significance of one's character over their actions. It suggests that the essence of true goodness lies in what a person is rather than what they do. If individuals possess virtuous qualities and lead righteous lives, their actions will naturally reflect this righteousness. The quote also highlights that holiness is not solely determined by our deeds, but rather it is ourselves who imbue our actions with sanctity. Ultimately, the message encourages self-reflection and the cultivation of inner goodness as the foundation for a meaningful and righteous existence.

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