Understanding Karma in Hinduism

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Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you will understand what Karma means to Hindu people and be able to give examples of good and bad actions.

Understanding Karma in Hinduism

What do you already know about Reincarnation and Karma?

Recap: What is Reincarnation?

Reincarnation is the belief that after we die, we come back as a new living thing. Hindus believe in this ongoing cycle.

Who or What is Brahman?

Brahman is the one big spirit in Hinduism. People who follow Brahman are called Hindus.

Every Action has a Reaction

If you knock over a cup, what happens? Every action we do will cause something to happen in return. This is an important idea for Hindus.

What is Karma?

Karma means every good or bad thing we do leads to good or bad results. Hindus believe good actions bring good Karma.

Good and Bad Karma Examples

Bad Karma

Good Karma

Helping a friend, sharing your things, telling the truth.

Lying, being unkind, taking things without asking.

Activity Time!

Draw a table in your book. Write 4–6 actions and decide if each is good or bad Karma. Challenge: Can you explain your choices? Use words or pictures to help you!

How Will You Spread Good Karma Today?

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.