--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: The circumstances of those things which…" description: "\"“The circumstances of those things which you come across, that is prarabdh (effect of past life karma) while the bhaav-abhaav (like-dislike) that arise..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/871/dada-bhagwan-31_karma_the-circumstances-of-those-things-which_799748.jpg" --- # The circumstances of those things which you come across… ![“The circumstances of those things which you come across, that is prarabdh (effect of past life karma) while the bhaav-abhaav (like-dislike) that arises from them, that is purusharth (effort that charges karma).” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/871/dada-bhagwan-31_karma_the-circumstances-of-those-things-which_799748.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/871/dada-bhagwan-31_karma_the-circumstances-of-those-things-which_799748.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/871/dada-bhagwan-31_karma_the-circumstances-of-those-things-which_799748.jpg) > ““The circumstances of those things which you come across, that is prarabdh (effect of past life karma) while the bhaav-abhaav (like-dislike) that arises from them, that is purusharth (effort that charges karma).”” [Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/dada-bhagwan/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Past actions influence current circumstances, and the emotional response to them drives effort that shapes future karma. **In simple terms:** Past karma and feelings affect effort and future outcomes. Key Takeaway Recognize and transform emotional reactions. Themes karma effort emotions Mood thoughtful spiritual Type philosophical reflective When to use this quote - daily decisions - meditation - conflict resolution Key Concepts spirituality cause and effect personal responsibility Questions to Reflect On - How do you respond to challenging situations? - Can you change your emotional patterns? 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