Can one be established in the Ultimate Truth even while the ego remains?
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"Ultimate Truth cannot bloom while the ego persists; only when both 'I' and 'am' dissolve into the Vast does true realization unfold."
According to Osho, no: the Ultimate cannot be realized while ego (ahamkara: ‘I am the body’) remains. Even when ego falls, the subtler ‘I‑am‑ness’ (asmita) still keeps a transparent distance. Ultimate Truth flowers only when both ‘I’ and even ‘am’ melt into the Vast—pure existence without separation. Saintliness is nearness; realization is unity.
You can’t truly be one with Truth if any ‘me’ remains; even the quiet feeling ‘I am’ must dissolve until only everything is.
Why this matters practically
- Distinguishes ego, subtle I‑am‑ness, and real unity so you know where you are on the path.
- Encourages dis‑identification practices and humility to prevent spiritual ego.
- Points beyond saintliness, inspiring continued melting into oneness in daily life.
- Encourages dis‑identification practices and humility to prevent spiritual ego.
- Points beyond saintliness, inspiring continued melting into oneness in daily life.
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