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Are the waves of Krishnamurti and Gurdjieff part of the ocean of consciousness?

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You are not a wave in the ocean of consciousness; you are the ocean itself, where individuality dissolves and all boundaries vanish.

— Osho
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Core Insight:
According to Osho, Krishnamurti and Gurdjieff are not merely waves in an ocean of consciousness—they are the very ocean itself. Enlightenment dissolves ego and boundaries; the ocean belongs to no one. In awakening, individuality drops, categories vanish, and all beings are the same oceanic consciousness. Therefore, avoid hierarchies; realize your own oceanic nature.
Yes—they aren’t just little waves; when truly awake, they are the whole ocean, and so are you.
Why this matters practically
- Ends comparison and spiritual hierarchy, fostering humility and mutual respect.
- Directs practice toward dropping mind/ego to recognize shared being.
- Cultivates a felt unity with all life, easing fear and isolation.
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