s word of her work spreads, donations and new followers flow in. have enabled her to open similar 120 countries throughout the world. This is perfect example of Karma, a Buddhist concept that attributes positive or favorable events to past good actions. Her dedication to this noble work won her praise from around the world. By doing such good work, Buddhists say that she is building good Karma. Good karma brings the rewards of good fortune. For Mother Teresa good fortune comes in the form of awards and honors as well as donation that help her expand her work. In 1962 she wins her first prize for her humanitarian work: the Padma Shri award for distinguished service. Even individual countries bestow their greatest honors upon her. For example, in 1985 The United States awarded her the Medal of Freedom, their highest civilian award. She received her greatest honor in 1979 when she Wins Nobel Peace Prize. Teresa displayed her fanatic devotion to her cause by using such events to spread the word and support for her work. Over the years, she uses the money from such prizes to found dozens of new homes.Religious fervency, her devotion to the ideals of the Catholic Church, fueled the good works for which she received so much admiration. However, this same religious fervency also compromised her nobility to some and exposed her sharp criticisms is some instances. Her condemnation of abortion was possibly her largest controversy. Time and time again she preached the mantle of the Church, by openly and pointedly condemning the practice of abortion. The most publicized incident occurred at Harvard University’s 1982 Commencement. In her speech she referred to abortion as “the greatest evil” and continued by asking, “If a mother can kill her own child, then what is left of the West to be destroyed?” Her comments offended many and took everyone by surprise. She did not see the defense of the unborn any differently tha...
