WHEN KARMIC CONDITIONS ARISE, WE WILL EXPERIENCE THE RESULTS OF OUR OWN DEEDS
Master Jun Hong Lu: Buddhist scriptures say, “When karmic conditions arise, we will experience the results of our own deeds”. This suggests that upon realising that whatever unfolds is the consequence of karma taking effect, you will not be overly fixated on it.
When you sense a positive affinity in your life today, do not be overjoyed; it is merely the fruit of what you have sown. Similarly, if a negative affinity comes knocking at your door, don’t be overly disheartened, for it too is the outcome of your past actions. No one can step in and experience these results on your behalf.
For example, a person develops a grudge against you, and you say, “Can someone step in on my behalf to shoulder it for me?”. That’s impossible. The person will still come after you.
On the flip side, if something positive comes your way, even if someone says, “Please let me take this over from you,” it won’t work because it is meant for you due to the good ‘cause’ you once planted.
This explains why it is important for us to learn to endure, come what may. First and foremost, we must embrace the challenge. As we bear the weight of our karmic affinity, we gradually transform it and ultimately resolve it.
Source: Master Jun Hong Lu’s Buddhism In Plain Terms Episode 13, 14 March 2020
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