What is the role of a master in guiding disciples?
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"The master is not here to give you reality, but to help you see the beauty and truth that already exists within you, igniting your own light until the master becomes unnecessary."
According to Osho, the master is a light in your darkness, revealing the beauty and truth already present; he does not give you reality, he helps you see it. He uses any device—even laughter—to create courage for the inner jump. His sole aim is your independence: to ignite your own light so the master becomes unnecessary.
A master is like a lamp that helps you see what’s already there, then teaches you to light your own lamp so you don’t need him.
Why this matters practically
- Builds inner self-reliance instead of dependence on authorities.
- Encourages joyful courage (through laughter) to enter meditation and the unknown.
- Turns wisdom into direct, personal experience of life’s inherent beauty.
- Encourages joyful courage (through laughter) to enter meditation and the unknown.
- Turns wisdom into direct, personal experience of life’s inherent beauty.
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