According to Osho, slander inevitably surrounds a true master; it signals that living truth jars society’s ego and interests. For disciples, it is a necessary ordeal—the price of the path—testing love, courage, and nonreactivity. Do not suppress or fight it; listen with love and gratitude, without ill will. Even defamation can open dialogue, and hate may ripen into love.
When people speak badly about a real teacher, it’s normal—stay kind and calm, because even hate can turn into love.