To my mind the answer is Karma. according to those who believe in karma, this has implications beyond this life. Bad actions in a previous life can follow a person into their next life and cause bad effects. In other words, our past actions affect us, either positively or negatively, and our present actions will affect us in the future alike.
Buddhism is the religion which strongly believe in this force created by a person's actions called karma.
sacred text - Buddha's teachings passed down.
Explanation: Tripitaka. ... They contain teachings of the Buddha on how to reach enlightenment as well as teachings to help guide Buddhists in their everyday life.
