What is the status of death in nirvana?
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"In nirvana, death reveals itself as an illusion, and true life transcends the delusions we cling to; only then does the cycle of rebirth dissolve into liberation."
According to Osho, in nirvana death has no reality: one awakens to see that what we call ‘death’ never happens, and what we call ‘life’ isn’t true life either. Both are social delusions. When both insights are complete, craving ends, the compulsion to take another body ceases, and there is no return—rebirth stops.
When you’re fully awake inside, you see death is make-believe, stop wanting another body, and you don’t come back.
Why this matters practically
- Eases fear of death and brings peace now.
- Encourages mindful living that dissolves craving and karma.
- Focuses attention on daily awareness that shapes the final moment.
- Encourages mindful living that dissolves craving and karma.
- Focuses attention on daily awareness that shapes the final moment.
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