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Conscience / Fear of Wrong Doing

Pali:
Ottappa
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Sanskrit:
Ottappa
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Definition :

A wholesome mental state that arises from an understanding of the consequences of unwholesome actions and motivates ethical behavior.

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Conscience / Fear of Wrong Doing

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