Dont Kill Him! : The Story of My Life With Bhagwan Rajneesh

Description

Don’t Kill Him!: The Story of My Life with Bhagwan Rajneesh is an autobiographical narrative by Ma Anand Sheela, who served as a close aide and secretary to the controversial spiritual leader Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh, popularly known as Osho. The book offers a deep dive into her life and experiences within the Rajneesh community, particularly during its peak in the 1980s in Oregon.

Sheela recounts her early days in the commune, where she became a prominent figure due to her organizational skills and loyalty to Osho. The narrative reveals the complexities of her relationship with him, marked by both devotion and conflict. Sheela describes the challenges of managing the commune, including the intense media scrutiny and external opposition they faced.

As tensions rose, the book details the controversial events that unfolded, including criminal activities and conflicts with the local community and government. Sheela provides her perspective on the decisions made by the leadership, including the infamous bio-terror attack and subsequent legal troubles that led to her arrest and eventual departure from the commune.

Through her candid reflections, Sheela explores themes of power, spirituality, and rebellion, offering insight into the dynamics of life within a charismatic, yet contentious, spiritual movement. The book serves as both a personal memoir and a critical examination of the complexities surrounding Osho’s teachings and the legacy of the Rajneesh community. It invites readers to consider the blurred lines between devotion and manipulation, love and control, within the context of spiritual leadership.