action

We are still far from pondering the essence of ACTION [Handeln  ] decisively enough. We view ACTION only as causing an effect [Wirkung  ]. The actuality [Wirklichkeit] of the effect is valued according to its utility. But the essence of ACTION is accomplishment [Vollbringen  ]. To accomplish means to unfold something into the fullness of its essence, to lead it forth into this fullness – producere. Therefore only what already is can really be accomplished. But what “is” above all is being [Sein  ]. [McNeill  , GA9   145, CartaH]