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Why are examples drawn from Western literature?

The world is one, and wisdom knows no boundaries; I draw from wherever the light shines brightest to illuminate the truth.

— Osho
According to Osho, examples come from wherever best illuminates the point; he makes no East–West division—the world is one. He selects the most apt, vivid illustration, whether Western or Indian, and welcomes better suggestions. Practicality matters: some phenomena (e.g., factories, fuel) require Western references, while many Indian examples are overused; relying on them can mislead or entangle audiences.

He picks the clearest example, no matter where it’s from, and modern topics often need Western references.

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