Karma is not fatalism but a law of cause and effect that emphasizes free will and responsibility. The Bhagavad Gita 2.47 teaches that we have control over our actions but not their fruits.
The Brihadaranyaka Upanishad explains karma as a principle of moral causation, not predetermined destiny. Past actions influence but don't completely determine our future - present choices matter significantly.
This understanding aligns with modern psychological concepts of behavioral consequences and personal responsibility. Karma theory encourages ethical living and personal growth rather than passive acceptance of circumstances.
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