Why is there a contradiction in the views on marriage?
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"Marriage can be a prison or a path to freedom; it all depends on whether you are seeking security or the true essence of love."
According to Osho, the 'contradiction' exists only in appearance: he condemns marriage as a dead, security-seeking institution that substitutes for love's dangerous freedom, yet sometimes advises the fearful to marry so they can learn through that 'hell' and outgrow their need for security. His stance shifts with the seeker's readiness; real marriage is love-based, nonpossessive freedom, not social bondage.
He's not confused—he gives different advice: if you're brave, choose free love; if you're afraid, try marriage to learn and grow beyond fear.
Why this matters practically
- Choose consciously between security and freedom based on your inner state.
- Stop seeking social approval; cultivate non-possessive love and awareness.
- Use any path—even marriage's friction—as a mirror for growth.
- Stop seeking social approval; cultivate non-possessive love and awareness.
- Use any path—even marriage's friction—as a mirror for growth.
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