WORLD RELIGIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -Punya is referred to as good karma or a virtue that contributes benefits in this and the next birth and can be acquired by appropriate means and also accumulated. In Vedanta terms punya is the invisible wealth, a part of dharma, the first of four human goals; the other three goals being artha, kama, and moksha.

Detailed explanation-2: -What are punya and pap? Punya is earned when our activities are good while pap is earned when our activities are bad. When punya matures or gives its result it brings happiness and comfort and when pap matures or gives its result, it brings nothing but suffering.

Detailed explanation-3: -Helping others in need, being courageous enough to speak the truth, practicing honesty, remaining calm in challenging situations, being kind and courteous toward all living beings are all examples of puṇya-karma that can be practiced anywhere and at any time.

Detailed explanation-4: -A sin (pāpa) or Adharma (not dharma), is any transgression, wrongdoing, misdeed or behavior inconsistent with Dharma. The word is also used in Hindu texts to refer to actions to expiate one’s errors or sins, such as adultery by a married person.