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Birth Quote by Annie Besant

“Karma brings us ever back to rebirth, binds us to the wheel of births and deaths. Good Karma drags us back as relentlessly as bad, and the chain which is wrought out of our virtues holds as firmly and as closely as that forged from our vices.” quote by Annie Besant
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“Karma brings us ever back to rebirth, binds us to the wheel of births and deaths. Good Karma drags us back as relentlessly as bad, and the chain which is wrought out of our virtues holds as firmly and as closely as that forged from our vices.”

Annie Besant

About This Quote

Source Book: Theosophical Writings, Annie Besant, early 20th century

Karma is a cycle of cause and effect where good and bad actions shape future rebirths, binding us to a continuous wheel of life and death.

In simple terms: Karma links actions to future outcomes.

Key Takeaway

Act with virtue to influence future lives.

Themes

karma rebirth morality spirituality

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily decisions
  • long‑term planning
  • ethical dilemmas
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

cause and effect ethical consequences spiritual law

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do your actions shape your future?
  • Can you change your karmic path?
A Different Perspective

Karma concepts be interpreted metaphorically, not literally, and outcomes are not always predictable.

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