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NYT Daily ? September 10, 2025

Spiritual principle symbolized by an endless knot

Answer:

KARMA

Hint:

This concept in Hinduism and Buddhism suggests that actions in one life influence future experiences, often depicted in mandalas. Think of cause and effect as an unbroken cycle.

Explanation:

The endless knot is a sacred symbol in Buddhism and Hinduism representing the interconnectedness of all things and the cyclical nature of existence. In this context, it directly ties to "karma," the spiritual principle that actions—good or bad—create a chain of cause and effect with no true beginning or end. The knot’s unbroken loops mirror how karma binds past, present, and future, reinforcing the idea that every deed echoes beyond itself. Think of it as a visual reminder that what goes around comes around, spiritually speaking.

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