Karma Explained Without Fear or Fatalism In Buddhism, karma (kamma) does not mean fate, punishment, or destiny carved in stone. It simply means intentional action—what we think, say, and do with intention. Gautama Buddha taught that karma is rooted in the mind. Actions motivated by greed, hatred, and delusion lead to suffering; actions rooted in generosity, kindness, and wisdom lead to peace. Karma is not controlled by an external judge—it works naturally, like a seed producing fruit when condit