The term karma isn’t always understood for its full meaning. Many people go about their time doing things, reacting to people and their situations. Some people do this without taking a moment to think about the consequences. Today we discuss the karma effect in many forms.
The Karmic cycle is there to maintain balance. For every action, there is an equal reaction. Some people live their lives to try and only create positive karma, while others may not believe such exists.
What Is Karma
The concept of karma is said to have been around since 1500 BCE. It was primarily seen in ancient religious Hindu scripts. The beliefs surrounding the laws of karma could differ from one understanding to the next.
The word karma is from the Sanskrit word “karman” which also means to act. Hence karma is about actions.
Today, karma plays a significant role in life because people want to create positive energy, so they don’t have to face negative consequences later on. Karma can also be seen as divine intervention, whether to reward good deeds or punish those that are bad.
Understanding Karma In Practice
Karma, in general, is about actions with intent. For instance, creating good karma is to do good for others since it will return to reward you when you least expect it. The same as doing good comes back to you, and so do negative actions. Doing “bad” or negative things with intent can bring about consequences faced in karma’s repercussions.
To create good karma means intentionally doing good and charitable deeds, helping the needy and poor, or doing it for the older folks.
Hinduism On Karma
There are four main types of karma:
1 – Latent karma which refers to the karma not yet reaped.
2 – Karma to be experienced in this current lifetime.
3 – Karma for the future that is still to come.
4 – The last one is reserved for those who are, in fact, “liberated” from karma works.
The aim of Hinduism practice is to be liberated from karma. Still, to get there, one has to follow specific rules or do things that will result in this liberation. Some people follow some Christian paths and conclude that God can help them be karma-free.
Jainism On Karma
Jainism is considered one of the oldest religions in the world. In Jainism, it is believed that karma is part of the atmosphere. It is said to attach to the human soul. These karma particles are contaminant to the soul and thus are said to rule the balance in the world.
Buddhists On Karma
Buddhists’ concept of karma is “action fruition.” Fruition is the outcome when your actions bear good fruit. Buddhists also believe there is no soul, but elements of the being form something similar to a soul based on how one has lived before and now.
Engaging in negative actions like hatred, ignorance, bad thoughts, and greed are just some of the elements that tie the person down for the effects granted for bad karma. But, if you follow the eight-fold path set out by Buddha, it’s said that man can be free of the impact of negative laws of karma.
Western Or Christianity On Karma
In the West, people have the saying that “you reap what you sow” this too is the same concept that what you put in is what you get out. If you plant bad seeds, you reap bad outcomes and vice versa.
There is a biblical verse Galatians 6:8 “Do not be deceived, God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. The one who sows to please his sinful nature, from that nature will reap destruction; the one who sows to please the Spirit will, from the Spirit will reap eternal life.
The Mind Can Have Power Over Karma
Eastern religions like Buddhism believe that the mind is more powerful than karma. When mastering the art of mindfulness, the person can control karma through intentional actions.
Having free will also implies that you have the power to choose with good intentions all these aspects form part of the karmic energy process.
Buddist also believes that God does not act out the laws of karma; instead, it’s just part of a natural process that makes things happen as a result of your actions.
Karma is one of few things that live in the past, present and the future and is a constant element throughout those three phases of life. Karma affects everyone, even if they are unaware of the concept of the principles surrounding it.
FAQs
What is karma in human life?
Karma is said to form part of your memories and desires that will eventually become part of your life. These actions may take place immediately and sometimes it takes weeks, months and even years to come to fruition.
Who created the concept of karma?
Karma has existed in religions in the East for centuries. Over the years, it evolved and may have changed a bit but is still passed on from one generation to the next.
Where did the concept of karma come from
It is said that the word karma and its concept was first seen in ancient Hindu texts from Rigveda.
Conclusion
Living in the present moment is a good thing, still bearing in mind that your actions dictate what happens in your future. To obey the laws of karma, it’s best to do things with good intentions. Even for those who understand life as part of many lifetimes, even this principle of karma is the same, do good to reap good.
