What is the relationship between the expressions of Buddha, Mahavira, and Raman despite their differing paths?
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"Different expressions arise from unique temperaments, but the truth realized by Buddha, Mahavira, and Ramana remains one and the same, like the many colors of a single light."
According to Osho, Buddha, Mahavira, and Raman realized the same truth; only their expressions diverge through their unique temperaments—Buddha’s shunya, Mahavira’s ahimsa and austerity, Ramana’s silence and self-inquiry. Expressions arise from the person, not realization, so apparent contradictions are surface accents of one ineffable experience, like calling a half-filled glass half-empty or half-full.
They reached the same place, but described it in different ways because of who they are.
Why this matters practically
- Prevents sectarian arguments by recognizing diverse expressions of one truth.
- Shifts focus from doctrines to direct experience and inner transformation.
- Helps you choose practices that fit your nature while respecting others’ paths.
- Shifts focus from doctrines to direct experience and inner transformation.
- Helps you choose practices that fit your nature while respecting others’ paths.
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