Why is there a focus on enlightened individuals who are not physically alive rather than those who are alive today?
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"The dead can only whisper their truths, while the living must shout their own. Embrace your voice; let it resonate with authenticity."
According to Osho, he speaks about enlightened beings who are no longer alive because they cannot speak for themselves, whereas any enlightened person living today can and should communicate directly. He refuses to represent the living, preferring authenticity over mediation. Thus, his commentary addresses the silent testimonies of the dead, leaving the living to voice their own truth.
We discuss the dead because they can’t talk, and the living should speak for themselves.
Why this matters practically
- Guides seekers to learn directly from living teachers.
- Avoids misrepresenting those who can speak for themselves.
- Cultivates respect for authentic, first-hand spiritual communication.
- Avoids misrepresenting those who can speak for themselves.
- Cultivates respect for authentic, first-hand spiritual communication.
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