What were the strengths and weaknesses of the
Ottoman Empire?

Sea exploration became important during the late middle ages because europeans most likely wanted to

Is karma the same as destiny, in the sense that everything that happens to you is predetermined? do you believe that "what goes around comes around," and if so is this the same as karma? does everyone get what they deserve, in the end?

This is the belief that a nation must develop and maintain a strong military force in order to pursue and defend its national interests.