Karma

Karma is the idea that actions have results, like seeds that grow into future effects.

What It Means

Karma is important in Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism. The word means action, but it also points to the results of actions.

How People Practice or Remember It

Good actions, kind words, and honest choices are believed to shape the future. Karma is not instant magic; it is a deep idea about cause and effect in life.

Things to Remember

• Karma is important in Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism.
• The word means action, but it also points to the results of actions.
• Good actions, kind words, and honest choices are believed to shape the future.
• Karma is not instant magic; it is a deep idea about cause and effect in life.

Did You Know?

People learn about karma in different ways, including family traditions, teachers, books, art, music, and visits to important places.