Ask Osho!

What is prayer and is it only for oneself?

Synthesized from Source definition

"Prayer is not a plea or a ritual; it is a silent surrender where the 'I' dissolves into the cosmic rhythm, becoming a universal presence that transcends all boundaries."

Core Insight:
According to Osho, prayer is an unfathomable, wordless surrender - a silent outpouring of love in which the 'I' disappears. It isn't asking or ritual; it's awe, stillness, and merging with the cosmic rhythm. Because the ego is absent, prayer is not 'for oneself'; it is universal presence, a duet with the Whole beyond all religions.
Prayer is when you become so quietly full of love and wonder that you forget yourself and feel one with everything.
Why this matters practically
- Shifts you from craving and anxiety to peace by dropping the urge to ask.
- Deepens sensitivity to beauty, love, and connection in ordinary moments.
- Aligns your actions with the larger flow of life, benefiting relationships and community.
AI Confidence Score: 89% Read Original Discourse →

Related Questions on Prayer

What is the difference between Osho's view on prayer and Jesus' teachings on prayer?
What is the significance of the statement that when the gods want to punish us, they answer our prayers?
What is the nature of prayer and to whom do we pray?
Can prayer sometimes be harmful?
How should I pray?
What should I ask God for in prayer?
What is prayer?
What exactly is prayer?
How to pray to receive God's love and feel His grace?
If there is no God, what is prayer?
Explore all questions on Prayer → Explore Osho quotes on Prayer →