Is Osho any good?

"alex" <alexander@leoburnett.bg> wrote in message
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> A few weeks ago I had a post about discrepancies in yoga advice. Now I
> expect to hear a great deal of those!
>
> Be that as it may, recently I was given a few books written by Osho,
> specifically his "Yoga" series (The Alpha and the Omega, etc). Having
> heard bad things about Osho, I was skeptical, only to find what is
> perhaps the most compelling read that I have come across, period.
> Truly remarkable, and I am not a total beginner on the yoga path
> either. His concepts about the ego, among others, really resonated
> with me.
>
> So, what do you people think? Also, as I mentioned in that earlier
> post about discrepancies, what about his dynamic cathartic meditation,
> even though actual meditation techniques were not discussed in these
> "Yoga" books.
>

Osho (aka Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh) has always had a reputation for being
elegant, articulate and persuasive in his writings. However, if you examine
the *fruit* of those writings (e.g. his followers at his residence in
Antelope, Orgegon), you might end up with a different picture.

Do a net-search on Ranch Rajneesh for more info.

On the other hand, my own "guru," the much-reviled Maharishi Mahesh Yogi,
has his own issues. Do a web search on "Fairfield, Iowa Maharishi" or "Vedic
City Iowa" for a contrasting view.

One guru gave away his teachings pretty much for free.
The other is accused of charging outrageous sums of money for worthless
techniques.

Who is the more popular guru amongst the New Agers? Why, the obviously more
spiritual one, because he doesn't charge money, right?

And, of course, the other people who respond to you in this thread are very
knowledgeable and their views should be given much weight because they
obviously know what they're talking about because...

....they'll "resonate" with yours better.

<snort>




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"alex" <alexander@leoburnett.bg> wrote in message
news:f8c7dcf9.0307030707.1b8c68c2@posting.google.c om...
> A few weeks ago I had a post about discrepancies in yoga advice. Now I
> expect to hear a great deal of those!
>
> Be that as it may, recently I was given a few books written by Osho,
> specifically his "Yoga" series (The Alpha and the Omega, etc). Having
> heard bad things about Osho, I was skeptical, only to find what is
> perhaps the most compelling read that I have come across, period.
> Truly remarkable, and I am not a total beginner on the yoga path
> either. His concepts about the ego, among others, really resonated
> with me.
>
> So, what do you people think? Also, as I mentioned in that earlier
> post about discrepancies, what about his dynamic cathartic meditation,
> even though actual meditation techniques were not discussed in these
> "Yoga" books.
>

Osho (aka Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh) has always had a reputation for being
elegant, articulate and persuasive in his writings. However, if you examine
the *fruit* of those writings (e.g. his followers at his residence in
Antelope, Orgegon), you might end up with a different picture.

Do a net-search on Ranch Rajneesh for more info.

On the other hand, my own "guru," the much-reviled Maharishi Mahesh Yogi,
has his own issues. Do a web search on "Fairfield, Iowa Maharishi" or "Vedic
City Iowa" for a contrasting view.

One guru gave away his teachings pretty much for free.
The other is accused of charging outrageous sums of money for worthless
techniques.

Who is the more popular guru amongst the New Agers? Why, the obviously more
spiritual one, because he doesn't charge money, right?

And, of course, the other people who respond to you in this thread are very
knowledgeable and their views should be given much weight because they
obviously know what they're talking about because...

....they'll "resonate" with yours better.

<snort>




--
New definition of irony:

'Today's liberal Democrats are like the supporters of the Third Reich of the
'30's and '40's
- they absolutely trusted the government to "make things right". '
-Comment made on the internet by an ardent GW Bush supporter.

Try reading the book "Bhagwan: The God That Failed " by Hugh Miller. Hugh
was one of Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh bodyguards for eight years in India and
the US. He claims Bhagwan was a fraud and only pretended to be enlightened

Bruce
"alex" <alexander@leoburnett.bg> wrote in message
news:f8c7dcf9.0307030707.1b8c68c2@posting.google.c om...
> A few weeks ago I had a post about discrepancies in yoga advice. Now I
> expect to hear a great deal of those!
>
> Be that as it may, recently I was given a few books written by Osho,
> specifically his "Yoga" series (The Alpha and the Omega, etc). Having
> heard bad things about Osho, I was skeptical, only to find what is
> perhaps the most compelling read that I have come across, period.
> Truly remarkable, and I am not a total beginner on the yoga path
> either. His concepts about the ego, among others, really resonated
> with me.
>
> So, what do you people think? Also, as I mentioned in that earlier
> post about discrepancies, what about his dynamic cathartic meditation,
> even though actual meditation techniques were not discussed in these
> "Yoga" books.
>
> Thanks.
>
> alex

Try reading the book "Bhagwan: The God That Failed " by Hugh Miller. Hugh
was one of Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh bodyguards for eight years in India and
the US. He claims Bhagwan was a fraud and only pretended to be enlightened

Bruce
"alex" <alexander@leoburnett.bg> wrote in message
news:f8c7dcf9.0307030707.1b8c68c2@posting.google.c om...
> A few weeks ago I had a post about discrepancies in yoga advice. Now I
> expect to hear a great deal of those!
>
> Be that as it may, recently I was given a few books written by Osho,
> specifically his "Yoga" series (The Alpha and the Omega, etc). Having
> heard bad things about Osho, I was skeptical, only to find what is
> perhaps the most compelling read that I have come across, period.
> Truly remarkable, and I am not a total beginner on the yoga path
> either. His concepts about the ego, among others, really resonated
> with me.
>
> So, what do you people think? Also, as I mentioned in that earlier
> post about discrepancies, what about his dynamic cathartic meditation,
> even though actual meditation techniques were not discussed in these
> "Yoga" books.
>
> Thanks.
>
> alex

"alex" <alexander@leoburnett.bg> wrote in message
news:f8c7dcf9.0307030707.1b8c68c2@posting.google.c om...
> A few weeks ago I had a post about discrepancies in yoga advice. Now I
> expect to hear a great deal of those!
>
> Be that as it may, recently I was given a few books written by Osho,
> specifically his "Yoga" series (The Alpha and the Omega, etc). Having
> heard bad things about Osho, I was skeptical, only to find what is
> perhaps the most compelling read that I have come across, period.
> Truly remarkable, and I am not a total beginner on the yoga path
> either. His concepts about the ego, among others, really resonated
> with me.
>

Well, first discrepencies and now counter-information. First I am curious
what bad things you heard about Osho. Second, its nice to hear that you
do not let your preconceptions stop you from learning. A real yoga path
should be freeing, compelling, enlightening and joyous. If your practice
is not, something is very wrong. After all the truth is happiness. The real test
is if you are freer, happier, more-aware after reading Osho. Are more
of the unessential things stripped away?


> So, what do you people think? Also, as I mentioned in that earlier
> post about discrepancies, what about his dynamic cathartic meditation,
> even though actual meditation techniques were not discussed in these
> "Yoga" books.

Try reading this (you seem to like Jnana practices)

http://www.whitelotus.org/library2/a...ook/index.html

Wade

"alex" <alexander@leoburnett.bg> wrote in message
news:f8c7dcf9.0307030707.1b8c68c2@posting.google.c om...
> A few weeks ago I had a post about discrepancies in yoga advice. Now I
> expect to hear a great deal of those!
>
> Be that as it may, recently I was given a few books written by Osho,
> specifically his "Yoga" series (The Alpha and the Omega, etc). Having
> heard bad things about Osho, I was skeptical, only to find what is
> perhaps the most compelling read that I have come across, period.
> Truly remarkable, and I am not a total beginner on the yoga path
> either. His concepts about the ego, among others, really resonated
> with me.
>

Well, first discrepencies and now counter-information. First I am curious
what bad things you heard about Osho. Second, its nice to hear that you
do not let your preconceptions stop you from learning. A real yoga path
should be freeing, compelling, enlightening and joyous. If your practice
is not, something is very wrong. After all the truth is happiness. The real test
is if you are freer, happier, more-aware after reading Osho. Are more
of the unessential things stripped away?


> So, what do you people think? Also, as I mentioned in that earlier
> post about discrepancies, what about his dynamic cathartic meditation,
> even though actual meditation techniques were not discussed in these
> "Yoga" books.

Try reading this (you seem to like Jnana practices)

http://www.whitelotus.org/library2/a...ook/index.html

Wade

In article <f8c7dcf9.0307030707.1b8c68c2@posting.google.com >,
alexander@leoburnett.bg (alex) wrote:


> Be that as it may, recently I was given a few books written by Osho,
> specifically his "Yoga" series (The Alpha and the Omega, etc).
> alex

Alex,

I'm glad you asked! I think the Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh is the bomb.
Definitely one of my heroes and someone who has taught me more about
(the totality of) yoga then any other. Do yourself a favor and read
everything you can get your hands on by him or about him. It will shave
years (perhaps lifetimes) off your own study and provide a glimpse into
the process of one of the greatest jnanis ever.

Hugh Milne¹s book, "Bhagwan, The God That Failed", I thought was great.
Written by someone who loved him and was very close to him for a long
time. This book will provide outstanding insight into the man and the
myth. It¹s also a great read. If you like soap operas you¹ll love this.

The cars, women, empire building, etc., clearly the Bhagwan has
significant karma to play out. To me his entanglements provide an
outstanding example of the consequences of seduction by the siddhis. I
am certain he¹ll be back to sort it outŠ I hope I am around when he does!

Namaste

In article <f8c7dcf9.0307030707.1b8c68c2@posting.google.com >,
alexander@leoburnett.bg (alex) wrote:


> Be that as it may, recently I was given a few books written by Osho,
> specifically his "Yoga" series (The Alpha and the Omega, etc).
> alex

Alex,

I'm glad you asked! I think the Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh is the bomb.
Definitely one of my heroes and someone who has taught me more about
(the totality of) yoga then any other. Do yourself a favor and read
everything you can get your hands on by him or about him. It will shave
years (perhaps lifetimes) off your own study and provide a glimpse into
the process of one of the greatest jnanis ever.

Hugh Milne¹s book, "Bhagwan, The God That Failed", I thought was great.
Written by someone who loved him and was very close to him for a long
time. This book will provide outstanding insight into the man and the
myth. It¹s also a great read. If you like soap operas you¹ll love this.

The cars, women, empire building, etc., clearly the Bhagwan has
significant karma to play out. To me his entanglements provide an
outstanding example of the consequences of seduction by the siddhis. I
am certain he¹ll be back to sort it outŠ I hope I am around when he does!

Namaste

This is rubbish. You obviously can't distinguish religious fantasy from
spiritual discourse

"Swami Dâ Prem" <bayswamiji@cox.net> wrote in message
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> Wade,
>
> Yes, but you forgot to mention that Krishna had sixteen thousand women.