What is the role of scripture for the ignorant?
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"Scripture is a single song in many languages, understood by the innocent who feel its essence, while the learned create division by clinging to words and concepts."
According to Osho, scripture for the truly ignorant—meaning simple, unburdened minds—is a single song expressed in many languages. They don't argue over words or forms; they feel the cadence, essence, and surrender each scripture evokes, recognizing one Truth everywhere. Division arises only in the 'learned' who cling to concepts. In innocence, scripture becomes a pointer opening the door to direct knowing.
All holy books are different songs with the same tune; a simple heart listens to the tune and finds the same Truth.
Why this matters practically
- Focuses on shared essence, reducing religious conflict
- Encourages direct experience (prayer, surrender) over doctrines
- Cultivates humility and openness to real knowing
- Encourages direct experience (prayer, surrender) over doctrines
- Cultivates humility and openness to real knowing
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