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Old 22-07-2021, 06:29 AM
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Yes, I obviously do not demean any act born of compassion and empathy, I would just see such as "by-products" of "wisdom". When consciously pursued with any sense of gain then we invite the pharisaic mindset.

Simply quoting myself as it seems that I have been misunderstood. The treacherous sea of language.

Of course all should strive to create a more just human community. As I understand it, "no merit" is all to do with "enlightenment". As always in the Dharma, the "two truths" - and which is being addressed.
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