According to Osho, Sufis disguise and hide to protect their limited life-energy from being drained by the merely curious or fame-seeking crowds. They are not interested in name and recognition; they exist to awaken those who truly long for God and will stake everything for truth. By becoming 'invisible,' they prune distractions, ensuring their short time on earth serves a few real seekers rather than a desert of spectators.
They hide so they don’t waste energy on curious crowds and can help the few who truly want to find God.