You have so much faith in karma that you actually try to act in line with it. The Buddha says your actions show what you really believe in. So when you believe in something, make sure that your actions are good.

"So when we talk about having faith in the principle of karma, it’s not just saying, “Oh, yes, I think that’s a good idea.” It means that you have faith in the people who are teaching it. And you have so much faith that you actually try to act in line with it. The Buddha makes this point over and over again — your actions show what you really believe in. So when you believe in something, make sure that your actions are good."

~ Thanissaro Bhikkhu "Faith in Karma"

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