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July 9, 1976

by Adi K. Irani

Meher Baba Oceanic
London, England
UK

TRANSCRIPTION INSTRUCTIONS

A.) Find the BOLDED title below to select and click to open the pdf transcript.
B.) On the right side of this webpage (below for mobile), select and play the talk with the same title.
C.) Read along as you listen to Adi’s talk.

Note: Only BOLDED titles have transcriptions.

1. The Avatar’s Discipline and Sanskaras

2. How Baba Prepared Adi for Duty

3. The Paradox of the Avatar’s Messages

  • 11:50
    Minta, torn between Baba's directives and others' requests, gave chocolates to Kaka Baria, later confessing to Baba and feeling guilty. Baba questioned Kaka Baria about this, prompting a discussion on obedience and responsibility. Adi shared experiences with Baba, including a night when cold boys sought warmth by sleeping near him, and an incident in England where Baba disciplined him for helping Delia with her car, showcasing Baba's character-building methods. He highlighted the challenges of human nature, referencing Tulsidas on avoiding coveting others' possessions, and discussed the importance of spiritual masters enforcing these principles to avoid deep-seated negative impressions, reflecting on the complexities of human interactions and their spiritual consequences.
  • 6:19
    Adi reflects on Baba's indifference during his later years, emphasizing how it deeply affected him. Despite feeling neglected and isolated while managing responsibilities for the Meherazad community, he often locked himself away in sorrow. Adi initially perceived Baba's behavior as harsh treatment but later understood it as a hidden blessing that prepared him for the challenges that followed Baba's passing. He recalls how Baba's actions were ultimately in the best interest of his followers, illustrating that every act of the master is a form of grace and should be honored.
  • 7:59
    Adi shares experiences with Baba about the importance of accurate communication. He recalls changing a harsh message to be more diplomatic, which prompted Baba to stress that the exact wording is vital, even more than subsequent actions. After a failed attempt to convey a message simply, Adi realizes the importance of following Baba's guidance. The discussion reveals Baba's playful human side, showing that those close to him value his humanity over his divinity. Adi also reflects on Baba's message regarding the perception of his divinity based on closeness, seeking clarification and feeling reassured by Baba's response.