“Real freedom is freedom from yourself.”
Reincarnation is one of the most important concepts of Hindu philosophy. A soul goes through endless birth cycles until it learns all the lessons it must before achieving moksha and leaving the material world for good.
One of the most important lessons one has to learn in order to navigate their lives is to get rid of the idea of the ‘self’—one that feeds only desires and ego. But in order to rid yourself of it, how do you identify what constitutes this sense of self?
In The Idea of No-Self, Osho addresses this exact question in the simplest, most strightforward manner. Read on.
The ultimate goal of all spiritual journeys is to become one with nature and one with the universe. The more we distance ourselves from the natural state of things, the more our lives are prone to unhapppiness.
While ‘becoming one with the universe’, sounds much easier than it actually is, it isn’t impossible either with the guidance provided by Osho.
Becoming One With the Whole is Osho’s straightforward guide about understanding and achieving a unity with the universe around us.
“Go headlong with open eyes; maybe this is how your life is going to grow.”
There comes a time in everyone’s life when thoughts turn towards the existential and philosophical mysteries of life. When such questions invade your mind, it becomes imperative to find the right master to guide you in the required direction.
In today’s day and age, masters are available in abundance. The trick, however, is to choose someone who is right for you. Only then can you find the answers you need.
In The Search for Spirituality, Osho talks about the importance of dhamma, especially in today’s day and age and how imperative it is to find the right leadership. Read on.
One of the fundamental beliefs of Buddhism is the concept of dhamma—the law of the universe. Buddhists, instead of praying to a god or a deity, observes this law which is as significant and as simple as the law of gravity.
Living according to the dhamma brings about a real sense of freedom, and real freedom is essential when it comes to discovering the self. This, in turn, helps one along his spiritual journey. However, in order to live according to the dhamma, one must understand exactly what dhamma is.
Read on, as Osho explains in his inimitably simple yet effective style the concept of dhammaand how one can adopt its ways in Living the Dhamma.
“Be in the world but not of it.”
Man’s constant struggle is to keep changing his current state. This need to keep wanting ‘more’ at all times is usually the source of almost all our worries. Nearly all religions and their philosophies are proponents of the belief that a higher power or God has it all planned for us and all the joy and sorrow that comes our way, is all part of a grand plan.
If the grand plan is how things are actually supposed to be, then why go through the misery of constantly fighting against it? Wouldn’t life be better—and happier—if one simply gave in? But what exactly does ‘giving in’ mean? Surely not forgetting to ‘live a life’?
Believing in the Grand Plan contains some of Osho’s most liberating pieces of advice, a thought so radical in its approach that it will make you rethink everything about how you choose to live your life.
“You never escape the effect of your own evil deeds. Be therefore mindful and cease from doing evil.”
Every person on earth has one struggle in common: making decisions in the face of adversity. Whenever a person is faced with a tough choice, there are a lot of factors—both moral and practical—that determine what the person will eventually decide. However, choices come with consequences and not everyone finds themselves equipped to face them.
But what if there was a simple, practical way of ensuring that this struggle and guilt wouldn’t be a problem at all? It could be achieved if only one imbibed some mindfulness in their everyday lives. But what is this mindfulness and how can one gain it?
Read on, as Osho talks about the many virtues and benefits of living mindfully in What Is Mindfulness?, a straightforward guide to living a better life.
In everyday usage, the terms ‘personality’, ‘individuality’, and ‘self’ are used interchangeably. But when examined through the lens of spirituality, they all have very distinct, very different meanings.
According to Buddha’s teachings, a man’s personality is his ego. And it is only after a person learns to shed their ego do they truly begin their spiritual journey. But how does one know where the ego arises from in their life? And once you identify those factors, how do you get rid of them?
In The Ultimate Truth, Osho tries to answer these questions—and more—in his inimitable style of simplicity and wit. Read on.
The ultimate goal of spirituality is nirvana—liberation from the cycle of life and death. However, considering the fast-paced lives we live today, it isn’t easy to move beyond the stress of our everyday lives. How, in that case, does one even begin to tread on the path of spirituality?
According to Osho, one can be spiritual while navigating their everyday life—a belief that is radically different from what many other religions preach.
Read on to discover Osho’s unique take on nirvana and liberation that he distils from some of Buddha’s most important teachings in How to Get Rid of Misery.
“We do a million things not to be alone with ourselves. But truly knowing oneself is indeed a miracle.”
We measure ourselves by the connections we make and the relationships we maintain. At any point in life, a person is someone’s sibling, friend or lover. But as soon as these descriptors are taken away, a person suddenly feels naked, vulnerable or even lost.
It is believed that truly knowing yourself is the first step towards understanding the world around us. But how does one begin that path to understanding?
Read on, as Osho talks about the many ways by which you can truly find yourself and begin a spiritual journey in How to Know Yourself.
“Buddha is the scientist of the inner world—the scientist of religion.”
A spiritual journey usually begins with the search for truth—a higher truth—about the meaning behind our existence and our true purpose. But this journey to enlightenment is hindered by various religions swearing by their own unique interpretation of ‘the answer’.
Buddha, however, believes in a scientific approach to the truth. He uses technical terms and offers clear-cut methods, much like the steps to a scienctific experiment. But what leads a truth-seeker to the right path? Is everyone required to be on the same path? Must we all prepare for the same journey?
In The Path of Buddha, Osho beautifully highlights and synthesizes the two polarities of science and religion with the teachings of Buddha, answering some of the most important spiritual questions.
