What is the highest truth of life?
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"The highest truth of life is not to be born, but to die to the ego, for only in the dissolution of the self can we truly embrace the essence of existence."
According to Osho, the supreme truth is never to be born; since we already are, the next truth is to “die”—to let the ego be utterly effaced. Life and suffering are one as long as the ‘I’ persists. Real vidya is the path that dissolves the self; avidya are counterfeit methods of forgetfulness promising escape without transformation.
The highest truth would be never being born, but since we are, the wise way is to let the ego fade instead of using easy, fake escapes.
Why this matters practically
- Points you toward inner dissolution of the ego rather than numbing or escapism.
- Helps you discern true paths (vidya) from false, feel-good methods (avidya).
- Reduces suffering by loosening identification with the separate ‘I’.
- Helps you discern true paths (vidya) from false, feel-good methods (avidya).
- Reduces suffering by loosening identification with the separate ‘I’.
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