Bhau Kalchuri recounts the aftermath of Meher Baba’s accident, where Bhau, despite being instructed to rest, disregarded Baba’s orders to care for injured mandali members. Baba, severely injured himself, repeatedly admonished Bhau for not following his instructions, emphasizing the importance of obedience and the suffering Bhau’s actions caused him. Bhau struggled with the situation, torn between his duty to Baba and the needs of the injured mandali. After Baba’s accident, a devotee insisted on receiving Baba’s blessing despite warnings of impending hardship. Baba granted the blessing, and the devotee soon faced financial ruin. When the devotee returned, Baba took back the blessing, and the devotee’s fortunes were restored. During a Sahavas program at Meherabad in 1955, Baba instructed participants to behave as if they were at home, leading one man to take Baba’s cream from the safe. Baba later discovered the man’s actions and humorously acknowledged him as the only one following his instructions. The conversation also touched on the prohibition of drug use at Baba’s special places, emphasizing the importance of following Baba’s wishes for one’s well-being. Bringing drugs to the temple is against the law and will cause trouble for everyone involved. It is better to please Him by following His rules.

Vir Singh (Bhau) Kalchuri

Bhau Kalchuri recounts a story about a man who committed ninety-nine murders and sought forgiveness from a Perfect Master. The Master instructed him to sit under a tree and remember him, which led to the man’s eventual God-realization after killing the soldier who carried a message to execute one hundred prisoners. Bhau emphasizes that true spirituality is not about rituals or appearances, but about surrendering to the Master and living a life dedicated to Him. A man, seeking a spiritual atmosphere, was advised by Meher Baba to meditate for four hours daily. Despite his belief in his spiritual advancement, he eventually left Meherazad. Later, a woman claimed he had taught her meditation, highlighting the man’s influence despite his questionable nature. True faith involves offering to God with the certainty that He has accepted it, without doubt or worry. This trust cultivates inner strength. A story is shared about a Major who asked Meher Baba how to remember God’s name, and Baba explained that true remembrance is not about repeating a name, but about a constant, restless longing for God, similar to how the Major longed for his wife. Bhau advises taking the first step, as it will lead to thousands of steps being taken by a higher power. The speaker emphasizes the importance of relinquishing control and allowing the higher power to take responsibility.

Meher Baba’s work involves opening a doorway to the first plane of consciousness, drawing people towards it. While not everyone will consciously enter this plane, Baba’s presence creates a longing for it, with varying degrees of awareness and desire among His followers. Those under Baba’s guidance are assured of reaching this destination, as He leads them directly, preventing distractions along the way. The Master’s work, though often unseen and unappreciated, benefits all of humanity. His physical presence, though impactful, is not the sole means of His influence, as His work extends beyond the physical realm. The Master’s interactions, even seemingly mundane ones, hold profound significance and contribute to the greater good. In spirituality, the most important task is to please the Master, even if it means doing nothing. Baba would give Dr. Donkin no work, instead keeping him occupied with discussions about food, noise, and finding a quiet place. Despite his lack of work, Donkin showed his love for Baba through acts of service, like cleaning for Bhau and helping with personal tasks, often without being noticed.