Category Archives: Discussion

Shantam has a go at OshoNews and Democracy!

Posted on 17 September, 2013 by

 I want to know from the writer and publishers of Oshonews; how long they will keep up their habit of preaching to an empty space ? ? I have to use Sannyasnews in these circumstances, because at Oshonews there is … Continue reading →

Posted in Discussion, The World | 23 Comments

Ma Yoga Laxmi: Osho’s Secretary between 1970 and 1981

Posted on 15 September, 2013 by

Those who lived in Poona one, 1974 – 81 mainly felt the presence of Laxmi’s light touch,  in the way it is said the very best referees work. The World Cup match may be going on, much heat and fervour, … Continue reading →

Posted in Discussion, Osho | 42 Comments

Sannyas without Borders or Hierarchy

Posted on 9 September, 2013 by

The Dangers of Institutionaliisation in Sannyas, then and now. The rapid development of institutionalisation  can be observed during the early history of sannyas, particularly between 1981 and 1985. It is a lesson not only for the sannyas movement now but … Continue reading →

Posted in Discussion, Osho | 63 Comments

Lay it all Down – the Definition of Sannyas

Posted on 6 September, 2013 by

In September, 1970, Osho began initiating seekers into what he callled Neo sannyas.  He did this according to those around him after some cogitation.  Laxmi, his personal assistant at the time, had offered the idea, but Osho took three days … Continue reading →

Posted in Discussion, Osho | 56 Comments

The Commandments/ Osho style

Posted on 1 September, 2013 by

Osho was asked once for his ten commandments. Sannyasnews offers them up for discussion.  Bear in mind that Numbers 3, 7, 9 & 10 were underlined by Osho in his original letter. “You have asked for my Ten Commandments. It’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Discussion, Osho | 80 Comments