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Did Schopenhauer move toward Krishna-consciousness after reading the Gita?

Synthesized from Source outcome

"In the depths of despair, Schopenhauer found in the Gita a ray of trust, igniting the journey toward Krishna-consciousness."

Core Insight:
According to Osho, yes. Schopenhauer, drowning in Vishada-yoga, encountered the Gita like a desert spring; he read it in one breath, danced, and declared he had found a ray of trust. Krishna’s ray touched him, initiating a decisive inward turn. Though not instantly enlightened, hope entered; from that glimmer, the journey toward Krishna-consciousness had unmistakably begun.
Yes—he was very sad; the Gita gave him hope like a sunray, starting his walk toward Krishna-consciousness.
Why this matters practically
- Deep sorrow can open receptivity to transformative teachings.
- Trust and a small glimpse can begin real inner change before full realization.
- The right scripture or guide works when your inner moment is ripe.
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