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What is the significance of thoughts in meditation?

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"Thoughts are the clouds obscuring your sky-like essence; in meditation, when they cease, you discover the pure silence of your true being, a state of blissful 'nobodiness."

Core Insight:
According to Osho, thoughts are the clouds veiling your sky-like being; in meditation, their stopping dissolves all dualities of right and wrong, shattering identifications. What remains is pure silence, a 'nobodiness' that is the ultimate peak—like entering paradise (Mount Sumeru)—where one simply is and rejoices.
When thoughts stop in meditation, judging fades and a quiet, spacious peace appears.
Why this matters practically
- Less judgment, more ease in daily interactions.
- Loosens ego-identity, reducing stress and reactivity.
- Gives a direct taste of peace beyond thinking.
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