Fate or destiny; the belief that some things are meant to happen and cannot be changed, from Islamic and Turkish culture.
From Turkish 'kismet' and Arabic 'qisma' (portion, lot, fate). The word entered English through contact with Ottoman culture and Turkish influence in the Middle East.
In Turkish culture, saying 'kismet' isn't about giving up—it's actually empowering because it means you can accept difficult things as part of your destined path, which can reduce stress and increase resilience.
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