Perception of Karma Theory in Sankhya Philosophy

Abstract

Indian philosophy is a philosophy which accepts the importance of both theory and practice. That is why equal place has been given to both knowledge and action in our philosophy. While knowledge talks about principles, action gives the opportunity to put that principle into practice. In all Indian philosophies, the principle of karma has been described mainly to strengthen the personality of the living being. Sankhya philosophy also has more faith in the principle of karma. According to Sankhya philosophy, the kind of karma is done, the results are received accordingly. The result of good deeds is good and the result of inauspicious deeds is inauspicious. Just as cloth cannot be made from clay, fiber or thread is necessary for it, similarly different types of deeds have different results. God is not the giver of the results of deeds, because Sankhya does not believe in God. Through good deeds the conscience Purification takes place and the person attains the knowledge of wisdom. Through selfless action, a person can become free from the consequences of his actions. Then his actions become like a roasted seed from which a new plant cannot be formed. When there is no result, the person will be reborn. One can attain salvation or Apavarga by freeing himself from the cycle of evil