The Call of Silence by Osho – Embracing the Inner Quiet
Based on Osho’s discourses on silence, meditation, and the inner self
Introduction
“Maun Ki Pukaar” (translated as The Call of Silence) is a gentle yet powerful invitation from Osho to return to our original state of inner stillness. In this book, Osho explains that silence is not just the absence of noise — it is a profound state of consciousness, a doorway to the divine.
Silence: The Forgotten Language
In today’s noisy world, silence is rare and often uncomfortable. Osho challenges this discomfort by showing us that true transformation begins when the mind becomes quiet. Silence, for him, is not emptiness but a full, alive presence — a space where truth reveals itself without words.
- Silence is Sacred: Not to be feared, but embraced as a return to our essential nature.
- Beyond Thought: Meditation leads to a state beyond words and mental activity.
- Healing in Silence: Emotional and spiritual wounds begin to heal in stillness.
Key Teachings in the Book
Osho emphasizes that silence is not something we create — it is already within us. The process of meditation, mindfulness, and awareness helps uncover it. The book guides us through reflective practices that slow the mind and allow the heart to speak.
- Practicing daily silence for clarity and peace
- Understanding the ego’s fear of stillness
- Using breath and awareness to enter meditative silence
- Trusting the intelligence of inner space
Who This Book Is For
If you feel overwhelmed by noise, overstimulation, or mental clutter, *The Call of Silence* is a timeless remedy. Whether you are a beginner in meditation or someone seeking deeper stillness, Osho’s words resonate like a soothing balm for the soul.
Sources / References
- Osho. The Call of Silence (Maun Ki Pukaar). Osho Media International.
- Kabat-Zinn, J. (1994). Wherever You Go, There You Are. Hyperion — Mindfulness meditation and silent awareness.
- Tolle, E. (1997). The Power of Now. New World Library — Living in the stillness of the present moment.
- Lutz, A., Slagter, H. A., et al. (2008). “Attention regulation and monitoring in meditation.” Trends in Cognitive Sciences.
- Davidson, R. J., & Goleman, D. (1977). “The role of attention in meditation and contemplation.” Journal of Transpersonal Psychology.