Fate is supreme
The Supremacy of Fate in the Mahābhārata SWOT of FATE S upremacy of fate rules over W ishes O utcomes T urn of events Every being is subject to fate and destiny; and despite intelligence, capability, courage, resources, noble intentions, strong character, and disciplined living, fate can at times intervene in ways that lead to misfortune. More philosophically All beings remain bound by fate and destiny. Even the highest intelligence, greatest courage, abundant resources, virtuous intentions, and disciplined conduct cannot always prevent the adverse workings of fate. More reflective / contemplative Human effort may be sincere and well‑directed, yet every being is ultimately subject to fate and destiny, which can, at times, unfold in unfortunate ways despite all virtues and abilities. More aligned with classical Indian philosophical expression Despite intelligence, effort, virtue, and disciplined living, every being remains subject to fate and dest...