“Purity of heart is to will one thing.”
— Soren Kierkegaard
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Simplified Meaning:
Wanting only one thing shows a pure heart. This means focusing on a single goal or desire without being distracted by other things. For example, imagine a person who wants to help others and dedicates their life to doing good deeds. They avoid selfish acts and do not get sidetracked by greed or fame. By sticking to that one pure intention, their heart remains sincere and genuine. In everyday life, this can mean setting your sights on something important to you, like being a kind friend, and putting all your efforts into that, without letting other interests or desires interfere. It's about having a clear and honest purpose in what you do.
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Focus Heart Integrity Intention Moral Philosophy Purity Single-mindedness Virtue Willpower
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