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Who is a bad man and who is a good man? What is the…

“Who is a bad man and who is a good man? What is the definition? The bad man is one who is inconsiderate of others. The bad man is one who uses others and has no respect for others. The bad man is one who thinks he is the center of the world and everybody is just to be used. Everything exists for…” quote by Osho
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““Who is a bad man and who is a good man? What is the definition? The bad man is one who is inconsiderate of others. The bad man is one who uses others and has no respect for others. The bad man is one who thinks he is the center of the world and everybody is just to be used. Everything exists for him. The bad man is one who thinks that other persons are just means for his gratification. Keep this definition in mind because you ordinarily think the bad man is the criminal. The bad man may not be the criminal: all bad men are not criminals. All criminals are bad, but all bad men are not criminals. A few of them are judges, a few of them are very respectable people, a few of them are politicians, presidents and prime ministers, a few of them are even parading as saints. So when we will be talking about this sutra, remember the definition of a bad man - Buddha says a bad man is one who has no consideration for others. He simply thinks about himself only - he thinks he is the center of existence and he feels the whole existence is made for him. He feels authorized to sacrifice everybody for his own self. He may not be bad ordinarily, but if this is the attitude, then he is a bad man. Who is a good man? Just the opposite of the bad man: one who is considerate of others, who gives as much respect to others as he gives to himself, and who does not pretend in any way that he is the center of the world, and who has come to feel that everybody is the center of the world. The world is one, but millions of centers exist. He is very respectful. He never uses the other as a means. The other is an end in itself. His reverence is tremendous. Watch, watch your own life.””

Osho

About This Quote

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

A bad man is self‑centered, exploits others, lacks respect; a good man is considerate, respects others, sees everyone as an end.

In simple terms: Self‑centered vs. other‑centered behavior.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate empathy and respect for others.

Themes

ethics human nature respect self‑centeredness consideration

Mood

reflective thoughtful instructive

Type

philosophical ethical advice

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • personal growth
  • conflict resolution
  • community building

Key Concepts

Buddhist philosophy morality interpersonal dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure you treat others as ends, not means?
  • What habits reinforce self‑centered thinking?
A Different Perspective

Even respectable people can embody bad behavior if they prioritize self over others.

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