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What happens when sannyas is given to individuals perceived as unworthy?

Synthesized from Source outcome

"In every soul, even those deemed unworthy, lies a hidden divinity waiting to be recognized; sannyas is the key that unlocks this eternal grace."

Core Insight:
According to Osho, giving sannyas to those seen as 'unworthy' is essential, because no one is truly unworthy: beneath appearances he sees 'gods in exile.' He offers sannyas without conditions, looking past pretenses to the fresh, eternal grace within. This unconditional recognition calls forth their sovereignty and dissolves self-deception, allowing their intrinsic divinity to flower.
Even if someone looks messy or acts rough, they’re still sacred inside, and sannyas just says, “I see your real, beautiful self.”
Why this matters practically
- Helps you drop judgment and meet people (and yourself) from essence, not appearances.
- Creates a space where pretenses fall and real transformation becomes possible.
- Encourages unconditional self-acceptance that unlocks inner dignity and responsibility.
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