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worth its designation. That is Karma (action) which is originated by Kriya (acting). This Karma is produced by the operation effected by the squl and therefore it is worth its name.
This entire discussion can be summarised for memory thus : Karma or 'Action' is not a product of mental fiction. It is a real entity. It is a variety of matter, insentient by nature and acts as a detriment to the soul. All miseries, tortures, pains and calamities which the creatures in this world have to suffer are to be attributed to the relation of karmas contracted by the soul. Karmas are no friends, nor well-wishers of ours. They are our staunch enemies and they cause much damage to us and that is why we should strive to severe with them at any cost.
Further elucidation will be made at the proper occasion.
