What happens to the ordinary person without faith?
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outcome
"Without faith, the ordinary person is not merely lost; they are already adrift in a sea of illusions, where socially accepted beliefs offer only a false sense of security. When faith falters, it unveils the truth of our condition, inviting us to awaken and seek a deeper understanding."
According to Osho, the ordinary person without faith does not newly go astray—he is already lost. Socially approved beliefs only mask this lostness, giving a false sense of safety. When faith wavers, it merely exposes our actual condition, creating the possibility of awareness and a truer search, rather than further consoling illusions.
Worrying about losing faith is like fearing a kid will get lost without a toy map—he’s already lost; seeing that truth is the first step to finding the way.
Why this matters practically
- Stops clinging to second-hand beliefs.
- Encourages honest self-inquiry and responsibility.
- Reduces fear of doubt, opening space for real change.
- Encourages honest self-inquiry and responsibility.
- Reduces fear of doubt, opening space for real change.
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