Within several belief systems, including Edgar Cacye's theosophy
   (which now would be called New Age), Karma and the belief in
   past lives leads to a code of conduct.

   Law of Karma is the ethics.
   Karma as one applies it in their own life is the morals.

   It is a stronger form than the "should" that we typically place
   on morals and ethics.

   Karma for those who believe, is a law of natural consequences, a
   law that comes out of the Karmic system.

   So, even though it may seem unorthodox, I believe it is a valid
   expression of ethical standards and personal morals as the
   belief informs the philosophy.

   It is not part of my belief system, but I respect it for those
   that practice the tenets that lead forth from the belief system.