If a Tirthankara wishes to take birth again, would it be in a physical body?
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"A Tirthankara's return to a physical body hinges on the powerful intent to teach, a single vasana that preserves the bridge to rebirth. Without this intention, the journey back becomes impossible."
According to Osho, a Tirthankara who chooses to return must preserve, before death, a single powerful vasana—the intent to teach—in the fourth body. This retained link keeps the bridge to rebirth intact, enabling descent into a physical body despite entry into the fifth. Without that peg of intention, return is impossible.
Yes—if, out of compassion, they keep one last strong wish to teach, they can come back in a real human body.
Why this matters practically
- Clarifies why some fully awakened beings return to guide others.
- Shows how a focused intention can shape one’s destiny.
- Emphasizes training and community in preparing true teachers.
- Shows how a focused intention can shape one’s destiny.
- Emphasizes training and community in preparing true teachers.
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