Do priests know nothing?
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definition
"Priests are not ignorant; they are masters of manipulation, using fear and guilt to control, while true wisdom lies in direct experience and awareness, not in the hands of authority."
According to Osho, priests are not ignorant; they are deeply knowledgeable in human psychology—but their knowing is crafty and exploitative. They skillfully play on fear, guilt, and weakness to control people. This is technique, not truth. Real wisdom is awareness and inner experience, not priestly manipulation; therefore, beware of authority and seek direct understanding.
Priests know how to push people’s buttons, but that isn’t real wisdom—trust your own awareness instead.
Why this matters practically
- Helps you notice and resist fear- or guilt-based religious control.
- Encourages turning inward—meditation and inquiry—for authentic understanding.
- Supports setting healthy boundaries with manipulative authorities.
- Encourages turning inward—meditation and inquiry—for authentic understanding.
- Supports setting healthy boundaries with manipulative authorities.
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