karma

kar-ma

Explanation

The law of cause and effect: the idea that every action produces a reaction.

Context

If a person does good things, it will be of benefit to the world and their own soul (good karma); bad actions will bring bad results – either in this life or in the next rebirth.

Exploring the journey of Siddhartha Gautama from prince to spiritual teacher, see how his search for enlightenment and teachings on compassion, wisdom, and inner peace continue to inspire people around the world today.

A Portrait of The Buddha

Video length - 03.00

Published date - May 2026

Keystage(s) - 3 and 4

Zippity-zip, let’s go on a trip! Charlie takes her favourite soft toy (and best friend) Blue back to school to see the display her class has made to show different beliefs about the soul. Does believing in a soul make someone behave differently?

Charlie and Blue Do Some Soul Searching

Video length - 7.36

Published date - Nov 2016

Keystage(s) - 1 and 2

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Orbiting Earth at this very moment, the alien survey ship “Pantheon” is abducting people to collect data about their belief systems. Rupal is beamed into the interrogation chamber to answer questions about Hinduism.