What is the purpose of discussion?
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"True discussion is not about reaching conclusions, but about opening space for inquiry, where the vastness of truth can be met in silence and direct experience."
According to Osho, discussion is not to nail reality down with definite conclusions; definiteness belongs only to the trivial. True dialogue serves to open space, to point rather than define, keeping inquiry alive before what is vast, boundless, and great—realms where certainty fails and only openness, silence, and direct experience can meet the truth.
Why this matters practically
- Helps avoid dogma and rigidity in conversations and beliefs.
- Cultivates humility, curiosity, and deeper listening.
- Redirects you from argument to silent, firsthand experience of truth.
- Cultivates humility, curiosity, and deeper listening.
- Redirects you from argument to silent, firsthand experience of truth.
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