noun
good cause; good deed
Buddhist term referring to a virtuous action or cause that will bring a good karmic reward. Often contrasted with 悪因 (bad cause).
Antonyms: 悪因
善因善果という言葉は、良い行いが良い結果を生むという仏教の教えに基づいている。
The phrase 善因善果 (good cause, good effect) is based on the Buddhist teaching that good deeds bring good results.