Why do some people enjoy prosperity while others face misfortune? Is it fate, karma, or something else? In this enlightening talk from the Mahabodhi Research Centre, Bhante explains the teachings on Sampatti (prosperity) and Vipatti (misfortune) to uncover their true causes and conditions. He shows how personal responsibility, past actions, and the choices we make in the present shape the course of our lives. This is a thoughtful talk for anyone seeking clarity and understanding amid life’s ups and downs.