a good deed is its own reward
One should not expect a reward for good deeds, but should perform them merely for the satisfaction of doing so.
reward
UK /ɹɪˈwɔːd/ US /ɹɪˈwɔɹd/
noun 3verb 3
Definitions
noun
1
Something of value given in return for an act.
For catching the thief, you'll get a nice reward.
2
A prize promised for a certain deed or catch
The rewards for bringing in badly wanted criminals are printed on 'dead or alive' posters.
3
The result of an action, whether good or bad.
Is this the reward I get for telling the truth: to be put in jail?
Christian Benteke's first-half goal was just reward for Villa's undoubted superiority but Bradford managed to survive without further damage until half-time, before scoring the goal that takes them to Wembley for the first time since 1996.
verb
1
To give a reward to or for.
Why are you rewarding the child for misbehaving?
Why are you rewarding that bad behaviour?
2
To be a recompense for.
Decorations are meant to reward the most meritous acts and services.
The Italian opted for Bolton's Cahill alongside captain John Terry - and his decision was rewarded with a goal after only 13 minutes. Bulgaria gave a hint of defensive frailties to come when they failed to clear Young's corner, and when Gareth Barry found Cahill in the box he applied the finish past Nikolay Mihaylov.
3
To give (something) as a reward.
Thenne syr Marhaus departed and within two dayes his damoysel brought hym where as was a grete tornement that the lady de Vawse has cryed […] And there syr Marhaus dyd so nobly that he was renomed & had somtyme doune fourty knyghtes and soo the serklet of gold was rewarded hym
Thou hast rewarded me good, whereas I have rewarded thee evil.
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