Religion & Spirituality
Yes, Osho did mention that there are 7,000 hells in some of his discourses, but he used this number metaphorically rather than literally. His idea was that different cultures, religions, and individuals experience suffering in unique ways—so there isn’t just one universal hell, but many.
Osho often spoke about hell and heaven as psychological states rather than physical places. He suggested that people create their own suffering (hell) through their minds, attachments, and ignorance. Similarly, they can create their own heaven by living with awareness, love, and inner peace.
His use of 7,000 hells was meant to illustrate the infinite varieties of suffering that humans experience due to fear, guilt, conditioning, and repression. In his style, he often exaggerated numbers and concepts to challenge rigid beliefs and provoke deeper inquiry.
Would you like a specific reference from his discourses? Or are you looking for a deeper explanation of his views on hell and heaven?