What is the relationship between consciousness and nirvana?
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"Consciousness is but a temporary tool; in the light of nirvana, it dissolves into the all-encompassing presence of undivided suchness."
According to Osho, consciousness is a provisional tool needed only while unconsciousness persists; at the climax, even consciousness 'attains nirvana'—the separate sense of being aware dissolves into immeasurable, all-pervading presence. Like extinguishing a lamp at sunrise, personal awareness ceases as opposites end. Nirvana is the perfection where nothing is noticed separately, because only undivided suchness remains.
Consciousness is like a flashlight for the dark; when the sun of nirvana rises, you put the flashlight away and simply live in the light.
Why this matters practically
- Helps you stop clinging to 'spiritual states' and relax when effort naturally falls away.
- Encourages gentle awareness now, without ego-claiming it as 'my consciousness.'
- Reduces inner conflict by seeing opposites fade, allowing effortless compassion and peace.
- Encourages gentle awareness now, without ego-claiming it as 'my consciousness.'
- Reduces inner conflict by seeing opposites fade, allowing effortless compassion and peace.
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