Responsibility Quote by Osho
““Marxism says that society is responsible for everything. If a man is poor society is responsible, if a man is a thief, society is responsible. You are not responsible, no individual is responsible. That is why communism is anti-religious – not because it denies God, not because it says there is no soul, but because of this. It shifts the whole responsibility onto society; you are not responsible.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Lecture, Osho, 1970s
Society is portrayed as the sole cause of all personal outcomes, absolving individuals of responsibility.
In simple terms: Society blamed for everything, individuals exempt.
Key Takeaway
Recognize personal agency despite societal influence.
Themes
responsibility
individualism
politics
philosophy
society
Mood
critical
reflective
skeptical
Type
philosophical
political
analytical
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- political debate
- social policy
- ethical discussions
- self‑growth
Key Concepts
determinism
blame shifting
collectivism
Questions to Reflect On
- How much of your situation is truly societal versus personal?
- Can blaming society hinder personal accountability?
A Different Perspective
Overlooks personal choices and systemic factors that also shape outcomes.
