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On average and aggregate, what goes around does come around
The concept of laying up treasures in heaven from the biblical perspective is interpreted as living in the light of eternity, where every action is viewed as extending infinitely in time and addressing numerous situations simultaneously. It is likened to Kant's categorical imperative of acting in a way that would be beneficial if everyone followed the same principle over an extended period. Storing wealth in one's reputation is highlighted as the safest approach, achieved by providing the utmost service to others. The speaker emphasizes the reciprocity of investing in people, stating that by taking care of others and making sacrifices for them, it inevitably results in returns, aligning selfish selflessness with genuine rewards.