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Originally posted by zoobyshoe
So, what binds the genie to making the "real" fullfillment live up to the "preview?"
There is no preview; it's just that IF I could have a preview of what the genie definitely was going to do, I would approve. The wish must be fulfilled in such a way that it satisfies this condition. Should work unless the genie went to law school.
Catch 22: Enlightened people don't make wishes. Buddha said desire is the cause of all suffering.
That's ok, since I'm not enlightened right now so I can make any wish I want.

If you rid yourself of all wishes you would have this ability, but you wouldn't particularly care to use it.
Maybe. What is the fullness of a half-tall glass?