Karma, an Extended Look





    Karma, is the law of moral causation. Karma in pali literally means action or doing. Thoughts, words, and doings all generate karma. In a definitive manner karma is constituted of all moral and immoral deeds. The idea of karma originated in India and was present even before the time of the Buddha. However, it was the Buddha who indeed extended the doctrine and flesh it out. There is a central balance of talent and corruption throughout this world. The argument is that this is indeed karma as there is no possible chance that the world can be comprised of.such up and downs. Karma is not an accident. It's important to also mention that ignorance (avijja), one of the three fires (Covered in the last post here) and craving (tanha) are the chief cause of negative karma. Likewise,  the three wholesome roots of generosity (alobha), goodwill (adosa), and knowledge (amoha) are the primary roots of good karma.

   Through past actions and current deeds we create karma, be it for better or worse. Our actions are the creators of our own joy and sorrow. We inherit our own actions. Additionally, it is believed that karma can shape both our physical features and genes. This may seem highly implausible, but take a closer look. Do you remember how the beggars look who take people's money and spend all of it on beer and drugs? They aren't pretty, for sure! They are the objects of pity worldwide when in reality their karma seals their own fate.

   For every physical or mental phenomena can be classified on five levels. These 5 levels, which are laws in themselves. Utu Niyama, which is inorganic ordering. Bija Niyama, which I'd order of germs and seeds. Karma Niyama, the order of act and result. Dhamma Niyama, the order of the norm. Cotta Niyama, or the order of mind or psychic law. As you can see, karma is one of them. It's important to note in these 5 laws they need no lawgiver.

  Explained roughly earlier, your past deeds and current doings create your current state of being. In fact, they carve a path for your future. There is indeed a continuum between the past, present, and future when it comes to karma. A surreal form of harmony and discord is created from karma. No wonder our past wrong doings weigh on our minds.

 Vipaka, which means fruit or result, can stem from karma. The vipaka can be either fresh or rotten. Our karma brings vipaka, which grows and later on is our mind's nourishment. Karma is the seed, that grows into a tree, which has vipaka grow from it. Like our own private tree, that must be nurtured and cared for properly.

    In conclusion, we have explored karma in a  concise, but indepth manner. We have determined the roots and identity of both good and bad karma. Also, we have determined that karma works on a universal continuum. Furthermore, we understand that karma created earlier in life and presently will control our moods, actions, and ultimately fate. I urge you, do what's right. For if you are to be a successful in all stages of life you must generate good karma, and be mindful.



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