What happens when awakening occurs in relation to avrat?
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outcome
"Awakening reveals that our original state is one of wholeness; when we become aware, virtue and right living arise spontaneously, not through rules but from the essence of our being."
According to Osho, avrat (non-vow) is our original condition; nothing needs to be added. What is needed is awareness. When awakening happens, the very qualities the vrati seeks through rules and rituals arise of themselves—spontaneously, without compulsion. Both vrati and avrati must become conscious of their stance; then virtue, order, and right living flower naturally, not by enforcement.
Why this matters practically
- Shifts focus from rigid rule-keeping to cultivating awareness.
- Reduces guilt and struggle; encourages natural, effortless right action.
- Helps both disciplinarians and free spirits become conscious of their tendencies.
- Reduces guilt and struggle; encourages natural, effortless right action.
- Helps both disciplinarians and free spirits become conscious of their tendencies.
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