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Osho, originally named Rajneesh Chandra Mohan Jain (1931-1990), was an Indian spiritual teacher, philosopher, and mystic. He became widely known for his unconventional views on religion, sexuality, meditation, and personal freedom.
Key Aspects of Osho's Teachings
Meditation & Awareness - He emphasized the practice of dynamic meditation, which involves physical activity, catharsis, and silence.
Individual Freedom - Osho rejected traditional religious structures, advocating for a more personal and experience-based spirituality.
Love & Sexuality - He spoke openly about human relationships, love, and sexuality, challenging conservative norms.
Materialism & Spirituality - He believed spirituality and materialism are not contradictory but can coexist.
Zorba the Buddha - A vision of balancing material enjoyment (Zorba) with deep spiritual insight (Buddha).
Controversies & Global Influence
In the 1970s, he founded the Osho Ashram in Pune, India.
In the 1980s, he moved to the USA and established Rajneeshpuram in Oregon, which later became controversial due to legal issues and conflicts with local authorities.
He was deported from the USA in 1985 and returned to India, where he continued teaching.
His books, discourses, and meditation techniques still influence millions worldwide.
After his death in 1990, his followers continued spreading his teachings, and his ashram in Pune remains an important center for meditation and self-exploration.
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