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Osho on Why do some questions receive lengthy answers while others are answered briefly?

Why do some questions receive lengthy answers while others are answered briefly?

The depth of my answer reflects the depth of your awareness; to the alert, a whisper suffices, while the drowsy require a symphony to awaken.

— Osho
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Core Insight:
According to Osho, answer length depends on the seeker's receptivity. To an 'Arjuna-type' (focused, precise) he gives a brief, targeted reply. To a 'Hanuman-type' (confused, unfocused) he brings the whole mountain: a long, encompassing explanation. He gauges how much each person can truly understand; since most are drowsy in awareness, they need extended guidance to be shaken awake, while the alert require only a word.
He speaks briefly to focused people and at length to those who need more help to understand.
Why this matters practically
- Ask clear, focused questions to receive concise, potent guidance.
- Cultivate attention and discernment; the clearer you are, the less explanation you need.
- When helping others, match your explanation to their capacity rather than your preference.
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