One should also consider well, in communing with his soul, whether he has made the best use of any wealth that he may possess.

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One should also consider well, in communing with his soul, whether he has made the best use of any wealth that he may possess, doing good with it.

Source Duties of the Heart, Contemplation Leading to Communion with God, §4 · 📖 Read the full passage

✨ To meditate on today

According to Bahya ibn Paquda, in the Duties of the Heart, it is good to ask yourself calmly, speaking with your soul, whether you use what you own to do good. Tonight, take stock of your day: what have you done with your time, your money or your talents to do good, and what small act of sharing could you plan for tomorrow?

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