According to Osho, don’t start by trying to illuminate others—first become illumined. Light your own lamp; when it burns, light radiates of itself and guides even the distant. Real spirituality is supreme self-interest: realize your own being (swa-arth). From awakening, altruism happens naturally; otherwise, missionary zeal risks snuffing out others’ lights. Begin with inner transformation, not external crusades.
First light your own inner lamp, and then your light will shine by itself to help others.