In fact we say that an intention is good, that is, right in itself, but that an action does not bear any good in itself but proceeds from a good intention. (Peter Abelard)

In fact we say that an intention is good, that is, right in itself, but that an action does not bear any good in itself but proceeds from a good intention.

Peter Abelard

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