Are sannyasins the witches of today's time?
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"Sannyasins are the modern witches, embodying a reclaimed wisdom that celebrates feminine intelligence and vitality, radiant and beautiful in their spiritual journey."
According to Osho, yes—‘witch’ originally means a wise woman, and his sannyasins embody that reclaimed wisdom. He playfully ‘updates’ the archetype: not old or bedraggled but young, radiant, and beautiful, signaling a celebration of feminine intelligence and vitality. By transforming a maligned symbol, he reframes spirituality as joyous, aesthetic, and empowered.
Yes—he says his women sannyasins are like modern ‘witches’: wise, lively, and beautiful, turning an old insult into a compliment.
Why this matters practically
- Reclaims a shamed label into pride and wisdom.
- Honors feminine insight and beauty in spiritual life.
- Encourages a playful, life-affirming spirituality.
- Honors feminine insight and beauty in spiritual life.
- Encourages a playful, life-affirming spirituality.
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