Meaning & Definition of word "Karma"

Karma

/ˈkɑːrmə/

1. The belief that the actions of an individual influence their future, particularly in terms of fate or destiny.
- Example: She believes in karma, trusting that her good deeds will be rewarded.
2. A spiritual principle of cause and effect where one's actions determine their future experiences.
- Example: He often spoke of karma, saying that what goes around comes around.
3. A cosmic system of moral consequence, often associated with the concept of reincarnation in Eastern religions.
- Example: In some cultures, karma is thought to affect one's next life based on past experiences.

Sanskrit, literally meaning 'action' or 'deed'.

good karma:

Consequences of positive actions.

what goes around comes around:

The idea that one's actions will eventually return to them.

bad karma:

Consequences of negative actions.

dharma:

The principle of cosmic order, often seen as duty or righteousness.

reincarnation:

The concept of rebirth in a new body after death.

Meaning: What you put out into the universe comes back to you.

Example Sentence: He felt that his success was just good karma for helping others.

Meaning: Payback for bad behavior.

Example Sentence: She got fired from her job, and her friends said it was karma for how she treated her coworkers.