Is there a contradiction between non-action and action as emphasized by Lao Tzu and Krishna?
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"Act without the sense of doership, for true action flows effortlessly when the ego is dissolved in surrender."
According to Osho, there is no real contradiction: Lao Tzu and Krishna illuminate two poles of the same truth—act without the sense of doership. Lao Tzu says let action happen, like breathing, with no separate doer; Krishna says act fully but surrender the doer to God. Both dissolve ego, fit different disciples and moments, and culminate in effortless, witnessing action.
Both teachings say: do what needs doing, but drop the “I am doing” feeling so life can move on its own.
Why this matters practically
- Lowers anxiety and guilt by shifting from ego to witnessing.
- Lets you engage fully without attachment or avoidance.
- Stops spiritual escape: action continues, but with ease and clarity.
- Lets you engage fully without attachment or avoidance.
- Stops spiritual escape: action continues, but with ease and clarity.
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