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What drives the curiosity behind naked displays and nudity in spiritual contexts?

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"Genuine religion transforms nature rather than repressing it; when sexuality is embraced consciously, the morbid fascination with nudity fades and exploitation loses its grip."

According to Osho, public nudity in 'spiritual' shows attracts curiosity because centuries of sexual repression create guilt, which turns natural energy into voyeuristic fascination and perverse displays. Priests exploit this guilt through fear and temptation, and showmen capitalize on the crowd’s suppressed desire. Genuine religion doesn’t repress; it transforms nature. When sexuality is accepted consciously, morbid interest in nakedness dissolves and exploitation loses power.
If people are taught to feel guilty about sex, they get nosy about nudity; accept it naturally and the urge to gawk fades.
Why this matters practically
- Accept natural sexuality without guilt to reduce unhealthy curiosity and compulsions.
- See through fear-and-greed manipulation by priests or performers to avoid exploitation.
- Shift focus from spectacles to inner transformation and authentic practice.
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