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Both of the Mimansas, treating of the most abstruse questions, explain Karma as merit, or the efficacy of works; Isvara-Parasada, as grace; and Sradha, as faith. p. 591

— Helena Blavatsky Isis Unveiled: A Master-Key to the Mysteries of Ancient and Modern Science and Theology (1877)

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