Vipāka (Sanskrit and Pāli) is a Jain and Buddhist term for the ripening or maturation of karma (Pāli kamma), or intentional actions. The theory of karmic action and result (kamma-vipāka) is a central belief within the Buddhist tradition.

Alternate translations

The term vipaka is translated as:

  • effect (Ven. D. Mahinda Thera)
  • maturation (Keown, 2000, loc 810–813)
  • ripening (Harvey, 1990, p. 39)
  • result

Within the discourses

The Samyutta Nikaya states:

See also

  • Karma in Buddhism
  • Phala
  • Rebirth

References

Sources

  • Anguttara Nikaya, Chakka Nipata, Mahavagga, Nibbedhika Sutta , p. 359, 6th Syn. Edn.
  • Samyutta Nikaya. Nidana-samyutta, Bhumija Sutta , p. 275, 6th Syn. Edn