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The concept of karma predated the birth of Gautama Buddha some 2,600 years ago. Karma was first mentioned in the Upanishads, which are some of the oldest writings from the early days of Hindu thought, several hundred years before the Buddha’s life. In addition to Hinduism and Buddhism, many other Eastern religions believe in the core principles of karma, including Jainism, Sikhism, Shintoism and Taoism.
Karma is a Sanskrit word that means “action.” In our use of the term, it refers to both the action and its consequences. While action usually implies physical movement, in the case of karma it refers to the actions of physical movement, speech or thought. By acting, speaking or thinking, we create…