In Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, morality is linked with the belief that God sees into our hearts; in Confucianism & Buddhism, morality is based more on direct moral experience.

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Morality is shaped by where the emphasis lies: inner intention versus direct experiential understanding. In Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, moral life is closely connected to the belief that God perceives our inner states, so what’s in the heart and the intentions behind actions matter because divine judgement considers those inward aspects. In contrast, Confucianism and Buddhism highlight moral discernment that arises through direct experience—cultivation, practice, and mindful engagement with the world and others—rather than focusing on a divine gaze. Taken together, this aligns with the statement, making it true.