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“Jesus says, “When someone hits you on one cheek, give him the other. And if someone takes your coat, snatches it, give him your shirt also. And if someone forces you to carry his load for one mile, tell him that you are ready to carry it for two miles.” This is patent foolishness, but very…” quote by Osho
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““Jesus says, “When someone hits you on one cheek, give him the other. And if someone takes your coat, snatches it, give him your shirt also. And if someone forces you to carry his load for one mile, tell him that you are ready to carry it for two miles.” This is patent foolishness, but very meaningful. If you can do this, these techniques will be for you. Jesus is preparing his disciples for sudden enlightenment. Just think about it. If you can be so innocent, so trusting, that if the other is hitting you, he must be hitting you for your good – so give him the other cheek also, and let him hit it. The other’s goodness is believed in, trusted in; no one is your enemy. When Jesus says, “Love your enemies,” this is the meaning. No one is your enemy; don’t see the enemy anywhere. That doesn’t mean that there will not be enemies and there will not be people who will exploit you. There will be. They will exploit you. But be exploited – and don’t be cunning. Just look at that dimension: be exploited but don’t be cunning. Be exploited but don’t be mistrusting, don’t disbelieve, don’t lose faith. That is more valuable than anything others can cheat you of. Nothing else is so valuable. But””

Osho

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

True love means trusting completely, even when harmed, seeing every act as a lesson, not a betrayal.

In simple terms: Trust fully, even when hurt.

Key Takeaway

Embrace vulnerability and faith.

Themes

trust faith non‑attachment

Mood

reflective serene

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • conflict resolution
  • personal growth
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

Buddhism spirituality psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can you love without losing self‑respect?
  • When does trust become self‑harm?
A Different Perspective

Blind trust can lead to exploitation; balance with discernment.

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