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What are the consequences of using dubious means instead of direct violence?

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Using dubious means only distorts action, making it hypocritical and ineffective; the true wisdom lies in employing the least-crooked, most direct force necessary to prevent greater harm.

— Osho
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Core Insight:
According to Osho, choosing dubious, indirect means—moralistic manipulation, deceit, self‑torture—only makes action more crooked, hypocritical, and ineffective. In a relative world, some taint is inevitable; the wisdom is to use the least-crooked, most straightforward force necessary. Gandhi’s devious coercion hurts himself to hurt others; Krishna’s directness prevents greater evil and confusion, keeping means aligned with a clear, protective end.
Sneaky, roundabout tactics just hide violence, hurt everyone more, and create confusion; be as honest and direct as possible to prevent bigger harm.
Why this matters practically
- Choose the least-crooked, most direct action that prevents greater harm.
- Recognize disguised coercion in “pure” methods and avoid self-harm as manipulation.
- Judge means pragmatically; clarity and honesty protect the good better than pious show.
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