This article explores the writings of India's greatest book lover, controversial mystic, provocative speaker, voracious 20th-century reader, owner of Lao Tzu's library in Pune.
Who is Osho?
Osho Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh is an Indian spiritual leader who preached an eclectic doctrine of Eastern mysticism, individual devotion and freedom.
As a young intellectual, he absorbed the ideas of the religious traditions of India, studied and taught philosophy, was a spiritual mentor, and practiced social asceticism. The basis of his teachings was dynamic meditation.
The path with Osho
The fire of the master is a skillful bold impromptu. His unconventional assistance to people in achieving the divine nature is impressive in terms of the number of followers. Meditation on the transformation of consciousness, reflections on individual development and socio-political problems are reflected in popular print media.
The books are not written by him, they are transcribed based on his reasoning. The ease of reading captures the process of thinking, awakens the depths of consciousness. Osho's books are a list of the foundations of life, as his supporters call them. Exploring Rajneesh considerations instantlyconcentrates attention, which makes it easier to search for an answer and gives birth to a new way of being.
Osho: Zen here and now
At meetings, Osho spoke about world religions and teachings, based on Zen, which is not scripture or theory, but a direct indication of obvious things. The talks reveal the central role of meditation in personal and collective growth. The theme is especially reflected in the collections:
- Roots and Wings (1974).
- Zen Peaks (1981-1988).
- The Zen Manifesto: Freedom from Self (1989).
A good start for a transcendental experience is in the system of an illustrated deck of cards with a guide book “Osho. Zen. Tarot. The game concentrates a person on the awareness of the present moment, that important thing that gives clarity to what is happening inside. Collectors will definitely appreciate the artistic presentation of the master's follower, Deva Padma.
Interpreting the mystical experience of Buddha, Jesus and Lao Tzu, Rajneesh talks about the concept of mind and time, through meditation teaches not to identify with them. Psychological teachings of Osho - Zen, awakening from sleep.
Two-volume collection "Golden Future"
For those concerned about tomorrow, this series of conversations should not be overlooked. A lot of discourse has been devoted to the global nature and perspective of humanity, which confirms the popularity of this book by Osho. The collection list consists of 2 volumes:
- "Meditation: The Only Way".
- "Freedom from the past".
Here Rajneesh seesa person in a new society built on the principles of meritocracy, where the qualification of voters for management positions would be the highest dominant. The ideas he voiced about a single world constitution affect the reorganization of the structure of society, government and education.
According to Osho, the arrival of a new world is inevitable, as well as the inevitable death of the old one, where the model of misunderstanding was created specifically so that the oppression of guilt was the main trump card over people. He says that people cannot be equal and each person is unique, and calls the idea of equality the most destructive thing that could penetrate the human mind.
Silent music
The discourse on the inner spiritual birth came out in 1978, the topic is considered in different aspects. Inspired by the life of the mystic poet Kabir, Osho discusses his work. The name of the series - "Divine Melody" - is dedicated to the spiritual experience of the poet at the moment of enlightenment, so the mystic designated the inexplicable feeling that visited him, which became the core of Osho's book.
The list of discourse is supplemented by teachings about the transformation of the energy of the ego (inner poison) into honey (blessing). He explains that evil (lower) can be transformed into good (higher). Osho sees compassion as the symphony of anger, and love as the purified echo of sex. The conversation is interesting with statements about the feminine principle, here special attention is paid to this.
The collection contains reflections on Christian theology and theologians, the latter he considers superficial in relation to the interpretation of the Bible.
Poto him, the root cause of all problems, difficulties, dilemmas and conflicts is nothing but the mind. Osho calls to understand its nature and regularity through meditation. Here he also answers questions about homosexuality, selfhood, the difference between ego and self-confidence.
Insight quotes
"The reasons are within ourselves, outside are just excuses." The meaning of life can change rapidly, and one statement by Osho is enough for that. Rajneesh quotes carry the meaning of universal wisdom. He brilliantly defines what courage, enlightenment, the happiness of being yourself, loneliness and many human aspects are. Excerpt brochures are often a desk accessory. The basis for the collections was the incredible love of people for the teachings of Osho. Quotes help unblock consciousness, leave the logical familiar world, see the environment from a different angle: “Only an unhappy person tries to prove that he is happy; only a dead person tries to prove that he is alive; only a coward tries to prove that he is brave. Only a man who knows his lowness tries to prove his greatness.”
Universal, fascinating system of the impromptu master is riddled with sparkling humor, paradoxes and true essence, sometimes leading to absurdity. An inquisitive mind to study the work of other, no less famous figures, gave birth to his genius.
What did you study, what were your favorite books by Osho? The list of Rajneesh himself is quite diverse, he is one of the reading people on the planet. List its sources.inspiration can last a long time, in his collection there are Dostoevsky, Nietzsche, Naimi, Chuang Tzu, Plato, Omar Khayyam, Aesop, Uspensky, Suzuki, Rama Krishna, Blavatsky.
Recommended Reading
There are enough prints out there to help change lives, but they are not imbued with that special melody, conscious change, happiness and freedom, like Osho's books. The list of recommendations was chosen to shock the sleeping mind:
- "Love. Freedom. Loneliness". The provocative discourse is devoted to radical and intellectual views on this trinity from the title.
- "Book of Secrets". A Practical Guide to the Secrets of the Ancient Science of Tantra. Rajneesh gives a clear understanding that meditation is more about mentality than technique. These pages reflect the wisdom of intelligence about the meaning of life.
- "Osho: Emotions". A discourse on the nature of emotions and far beyond them. Through 30 years of experience, the master offers alternative methods for their simple understanding. Reading guarantees light penetrating into the hidden corners of one's own unique individuality.
- "The sound of one hand clapping." The Last Recorded Before Osho Went into Silence (1981). A Zen book for people who are open and receptive to the truth of things.
The education of a philosopher, the ability to build long improvisations on the proposed topic brought Rajneesh deserved fame, because he was able to see the obvious from the other, unexpected side.
