Meditation, the First and Last Freedom" is a concept most closely associated with the teachings of Osho, an Indian mystic, spiritual teacher, and philosopher. The phrase speaks to the idea that meditation is a foundational practice in human life, one that offers freedom on multiple levels—both at the beginning and the end of the spiritual journey.
The Beginning of Self-Exploration: Meditation is seen as the gateway to self-awareness. It offers a freedom from the distractions of the mind and the external world, allowing individuals to delve deeper into their true nature. In this sense, it is the "first" freedom because it marks the start of the path to understanding oneself beyond the limitations of the ego, thought patterns, and conditioned behavior. It frees the individual from the constant noise of the mind, helping one to achieve clarity and mindfulness.
Breaking Free from Conditioning: Meditation helps break the bonds of societal conditioning, past experiences, and habitual thought processes. It offers freedom from the mental patterns that restrict personal growth and spiritual awakening.
Ultimate Liberation: The phrase "last freedom" suggests that meditation leads to the ultimate liberation, which is freedom from the cycle of birth and death (samsara), the ego, and the illusion of separateness. It is the final release from all attachments and desires. Through deep meditation, one reaches a state of pure consciousness, often described as enlightenment or self-realization, where the individual experiences unity with the universe.
Timeless Presence: As the "last freedom," meditation also represents a timeless state of being. Beyond the endless pursuits of material life, meditation allows one to experience the eternal present moment, where there is no past or future—just pure awareness.
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