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Is the study of the Shastras unnecessary?

Drop the prison of words; only in the emptiness of consciousness does authentic knowing arise.

— Osho
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Reading about water won’t quench thirst; you must drink—look inside and know for yourself.
Why this matters practically
- Prioritize meditation and direct experience over collecting spiritual quotes.
- Use scriptures as pointers that inspire inquiry, not as final answers.
- Let go of borrowed beliefs to clear mental space for genuine insight.
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