Facing the consequences of Prarabdha
Prarabdha means our account of credit and debit (merits and demerits) of several earlier births, in God’s bank. We get what we hold in our account.
What is Sanchit-karma and Prarabdha?
The bhog (sufferings) that are pending from the karmas of previous births are termed as sanchit-karma. The portion of sanchit-karma, because of which an individual has to undergo suffering in this birth, is called prarabdha-karma.
Kartavya (Duty) karma
Karma (An act, action which gives rise to destiny) is the essence of human life. Knowing the importance and peculiarities of karma changes our attitude towards karma and we get exposed to a new dimension to perform it.
Importance of karma
In life, karma (An act, action which gives rise to destiny) is unavoidable. Even to sustain life, the karma of breathing has to be performed. A continuous generation of ‘give-and-take’ accounts with others is a consequence that comes along with karma.
Factors essential for the successful completion of a task or mission
Mentioned ahead are the five factors operating towards the accomplishment of tasks. The venue of the karma (An act or action which gives rise to destiny) [that is the body], the doer, various senses, their different functions, and the presiding divinity.
Essence of karma performed as a part of spiritual practice
In life, karma (An act, action which gives rise to destiny) is unavoidable. A continuous generation of ‘give-and-take’ account with others is a consequence that comes along with karma.
Sacrifice of doership as per Karmayoga
All karmas performed in all the ways are through the basic components (Sattva, Raja, Tama); however, an ignorant under the spell of ego thinks that he is the doer.
Importance of Karmayoga in the context of Spiritual practice
God helps only those who toil till they are exhausted while performing a karma, not others.
Clarification of Arjun’s doubts about Karmayoga by Shrikrushna
At the very commencement of the battle (of Mahabharat) Arjun sees that his own relatives and friends are his enemies. Seeing them, Arjun is confused and, under the guise of renunciation, decides not to abide by the duty of a Kshatriya (Warrior)
What is Karmayoga?
The word ‘Karmayoga’ (Path of Action) conjures images of those giving alms to beggars, setting up educational institutions, and those engaged in social service.