Now the two primal Spirits, who reveal themselves in vision as Twins, are the Better and the Bad, in thought and word and action. Between these two the wise ones chose aright; the foolish not so.
ZoroasterRead
Doing good to others is not a duty. It is a joy, for it increases your own health and happiness.
Interpretation
Helping others brings personal joy and improves your own well-being.
This quote by Zoroaster emphasizes the idea that acts of kindness towards others are not merely obligatory tasks but rather sources of genuine joy. By engaging in altruism, individuals not only contribute positively to the lives of others but also enhance their own physical and emotional health, fostering a cycle of happiness and well-being.
In practice
In a speech about community service, one might say, 'As Zoroaster wisely noted, doing good to others is not just a duty, but a joy that contributes to our happiness.'
Now the two primal Spirits, who reveal themselves in vision as Twins, are the Better and the Bad, in thought and word and action. Between these two the wise ones chose aright; the foolish not so.
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