If a family consistently does good deeds over generations, they will be rewarded with prosperity and good fortune that extends beyond their own lifetime. It emphasizes the long-term, collective nature of moral action.
This saying comes from the I Ching (Book of Changes) and reflects the Confucian emphasis on family lineage and moral inheritance. Good deeds are seen as an investment in the family's future.
It motivates moral behavior by extending the time horizon — your good deeds are not just for you, but for your descendants. It also strengthens family identity and pride.
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