Cause and effect Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““When all the circumstances come together and the work gets done, it is called prarabdha (ordained effect of previous lives causes). And when the circumstances come together through which the work is being done, the dhyan (spontaneous inner intents) that arises at that time, is called purushartha (self effort; new causes of next life).””
About This Quote
Source Book: Discourses of Dada Bhagwan, 1970s
The quote distinguishes between outcomes predetermined by past karma (prarabdha) and those arising from present intention and effort (purushartha).
In simple terms: Past karma vs present effort
Key Takeaway
Recognize both destiny and personal effort
Themes
karma
effort
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
inspired
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- life decisions
- career planning
- spiritual practice
- relationship building
Key Concepts
Karma theory
free will
self‑realization
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance acceptance of fate with proactive effort?
- When does effort become futile?
A Different Perspective
It may oversimplify complex causality and ignore external constraints
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