Destiny

Traditional Definition:

  1. The inevitable or necessary fate to which a particular person or thing is destined; one's lot.
  2. A predetermined course of events considered as something beyond human power or control: “Marriage and hanging go by destiny” (Robert Burton).
  3. The power or agency thought to predetermine events: Destiny brought them together.

New World Definition:


The predetermined course of events. It may be perceived as the irresistible power or agency that determines the future, whether in general or of an individual. It is a concept based on the belief that there is a natural order to the universe.

Articles

Masters of the Heart by Joseph Michael Levry (Gurunam)

Destiny in Edge Life Magazine-- November, 2003

"To be happy, healthy and live in harmony in this age, one must shift to one's center, one's heart, which is the place of balance and harmony. Many of us find ourselves dwelling in our mind, but the energy of the Age of Aquarius is at the level of the heart chakra. And it is through the heart, that one can manifest one's highest destiny."


Step into the Future by Brenda Miller

Destiny in Edge Life Magazine-- December, 2005

"I recently spoke to a friend who was interviewing for a "job" because he said he wanted "stability." The dictionary defines stability as resistance to change. It's this very reason that people who are closet entrepreneurs don't succeed, and companies who stay with the status quo don't change, lose market share and are taken over or go out of business. Moreover, it's the reason why most people do not reach their full potential and follow the path of their destiny. Moses could come down from the mount with proliferations and decrees but for most, it would make no difference and he would be simply ignored, like many that have a message and could make a tangible difference."

Quotations

"Destiny is not a matter of chance, it is a matter of choice; it is not a thing to be waited for, it is a thing to be achieved."
~William Jennings Bryan

"What's past is past, it's too bloody late to do anything else. I've been very blessed and lucky in my life. To want to change the path of destiny is kind of a mistake, it leads to discontent. I don't feel complacent, but I feel content."
~ Christine McVie

"Nothing brings me more happiness than trying to help the most vulnerable people in society. It is a goal and an essential part of my life - a kind of destiny. Whoever is in distress can call on me. I will come running wherever they are."
~Princess Diana

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