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How to resolve the contradiction of loving and serving two masters while becoming a sannyasin?

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"Love is spacious; a true master encourages you to embrace the truth in many forms, for sannyas is not about exclusive allegiance but about the love of truth itself."

Core Insight:
According to Osho, there’s no contradiction in loving two (or many) masters: love is spacious, and a true master isn’t jealous. His work is to help you fall in love with Buddha, Lao Tzu, Christ, and others. If there’s any conflict, it belongs to the other, possessive master—ask him. Sannyas is love of truth in many forms, not exclusive allegiance.
You can love many teachers; a real one won’t mind—only a possessive teacher makes it a problem.
Why this matters practically
- Removes guilt and inner conflict about following multiple inspirations.
- Encourages broad learning and a richer spiritual palette.
- Helps you discern authentic teachers: they’re non-jealous and truth-centered.
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