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Osho on Why is it that the public always misunderstands?

Why is it that the public always misunderstands?

The crowd hears through old patterns, unable to embrace the new; only the awakened can truly understand, so share with compassion and without expectation.

— Osho
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Core Insight:
According to Osho, the public misunderstands because it is asleep and conditioned; its habits of understanding are fixed. The crowd (Pritakjan) hears through old patterns and cannot meet the new; only a few awakened (Prabuddhjan) can truly understand. Therefore, don’t be shocked—have compassion, don’t be harsh; share, but don’t expect instant recognition.
Most people wear old mental glasses that twist new truths, so be kind and patient when they don’t get it.
Why this matters practically
- Reduces frustration and resentment when others misread you.
- Encourages compassionate, patient communication tailored to their conditioning.
- Frees you to focus on your own awakening instead of arguing with the crowd.
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