What is the relationship between the Gospel and the teachings of Jesus?
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"The Gospel is not the living source of Jesus' teachings; the true essence lies within you, waiting to be awakened."
According to Osho, the Gospel is not the living source of Jesus’ teaching; the source is the inner consciousness Jesus points to. Jesus is a mystic, not a theologian; his 'kingdom of God is within you' means scriptures are at best pointers—and their denial is also included. Understand Jesus by awakening within; then you become the Gospel, beyond Christianity and dead books.
The book isn’t the real thing—look inside yourself like Jesus said, and you’ll understand what the book points to.
Why this matters practically
- Shifts focus from debate to direct inner practice.
- Prevents blind attachment to institutions or texts.
- Encourages experiential faith that guides choices and compassion.
- Prevents blind attachment to institutions or texts.
- Encourages experiential faith that guides choices and compassion.
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