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Every act is to be judged by the intention of the agent.

Every act is to be judged by the intention of the agent.

Summary

This quote suggests that the moral evaluation of an action should be based on the underlying intention or purpose of the person performing it. It implies that a virtuous or ethical act is not solely determined by its immediate consequences, but rather by the intentions behind it. In other words, the quote highlights the significance of understanding someone's motives before passing judgment or making ethical assessments of their actions. It emphasizes the importance of considering the context and reasoning behind an act to fully comprehend its moral character.

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