Do the angels record the fleeting thoughts of the heart?

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Question:
Do the angels record the actions of the heart, the fleeting thoughts?

Answer:
The fleeting thoughts that do not settle are not recorded; only the action that settles is recorded, whether it is a deed or a word.

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