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the time of effect in this life). You are separate from each and every circumstance. But people cling to circumstances more.
Isn't there a difference between the seed that is in your hand and another that has fallen on the ground?
That is why the Lord tells us to gently put away the seed that is in your hand aside. But keep a lookout for the seed that fell on the ground, because if it comes across other 'scientific circumstantial evidences', it will sprout. Once the seed falls on the ground, it will meet up with other 'evidences', so be careful. If there is the slightest sign of growth, you should uproot it and discard it or else it will grow into a tree.
All the negative intent (bhaav) that come to you right now, are 'seeds' that have already fallen. Although you do not want to kill an insect, it still gets crushed under your feet, so you should know that it was a seed that had already fallen. In such a case, you should be mindful and do pratikraman.
Past karmas continue to burn (being discharged) in the world's 'sacrificial fire', while new karmas continue being bound.
Conviction of Destruction of Karma
Questioner: How can we tell if the effect of a karma has been wiped out?
Dadashri: Whatever the circumstance your karma is related to, if you do not experience any attachment (raag) or abhorrence (dwesh) in it, then you can be assured that the particular karma has been destroyed. If it gives rise to like and dislike, then you should understand that the karma is still at large.
The Mirror of Life Is the Cause of Karma Questioner: What is the link between the subatomic
