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What is the significance of silence?

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"Silence is the true transmission, the sacred space where the old self dies and the new self is born; in its embrace, transformation unfolds."

According to Osho, silence—the pauses between words—is the real transmission: the doorway to the unknown where his meditativeness flows into you. In these gaps the old self dies, fear is faced, and authentic transformation happens—crucifixion giving way to resurrection. Words only create openings for this silence; by relaxing into it with courage and an open heart, you are uprooted and reborn into ever-higher being.
Silence is the quiet space where the real teaching enters you and gently turns you into something new.
Why this matters practically
- Pause in talks or meditation to feel the gap instead of clinging to words.
- When fear or inner chaos arises, stay with the silence and let old patterns dissolve.
- Practice brief, open-hearted stillness daily to allow renewal and clearer action.
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