About this series · summary by Osho Live
Press Conferences is a riveting series where Osho addresses a wide array of contemporary issues and existential questions through the prism of his profound spiritual insight. This series offers a unique glimpse into Osho's perspective on the interplay between spirituality and the mundane realities of modern life. His discourse navigates through the realms of consciousness, individuality, and societal norms, challenging the conventional narratives with a refreshing boldness. Osho delves into the essence of self-awareness, encouraging individuals to transcend societal constraints and embrace their authentic selves. His perspective often merges the divine with the everyday, suggesting that enlightenment is not a distant phenomenon but an intimate and tangible experience accessible to all. Osho's thought-provoking discussions illuminate the path to personal freedom and spiritual awakening, advocating for a life rooted in spontaneity, love, and awareness. Furthermore, Osho's candid responses in these press conferences dismantle misconceptions and inspire a profound transformation in how people perceive themselves and the world. Through this series, listeners are invited to embark on an inner journey towards a harmonious existence, forging a deeper understanding of their place in the universe and cultivating a life filled with consciousness and joy.
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Press Conferences #1 16 September 1985
Osho exposes a fascist cabal in his commune - poison, spying and financial deceit - calls for independence, apolitical life and forgiveness to heal the community.
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Press Conferences #2 17 September 1985
Sheela's secret poisonings, a fatal overdose and plots reveal how enforced silence enables tyranny; speaking, justice and meditation, not prayer or politics, heal.
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Press Conferences #3 18 September 1985
Actions are small, being is vast: love the person, condemn the crime; treat criminals as sick, decentralize power and face legal consequences.
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Press Conferences #4 24 September 1985
Osho exposes Sheela's crimes and alleges government complicity, demands investigators record his testimony first to protect the commune and reveal truth.
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Press Conferences #5 30 September 1985
Religion has harmed humanity; Osho rejects all religions, burns 'Rajneeshism', urges meditation as a solitary path to awareness, and answers press on AIDS.
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Press Conferences #6 29 October 1985
Refusing uncivilized treatment, he says he was unaware of a sealed indictment, insists on his innocence, and will leave the U.S. with his commune.
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Press Conferences #7 29 October 1985
Osho says he was mistreated by US Marshals, insists he was unaware while in silence, calls disciples 'friends', denies a religion and vows to fight for US law.
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Press Conferences #8 29 October 1985
Arrested without warning and unaware of a sealed indictment, he condemns authority's behavior, vows to fight charges, then leave and take his followers to India.
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Press Conferences #9 25 November 1985
American persecution of Osho galvanized global sympathy, revealed intellectual cowardice, and he urges universal, nonsectarian meditation to transform humanity.
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Press Conferences #10 4 January 1986
Meditation is simple silence—mind stops, witness remains; avoid grand words. Osho criticizes Soviet tyranny and warns America's protection risks world safety.
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