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Videos are posted in the order they were sent out in the Weekly Offerings & Monthly Newsletters, with the most recent collection first.
“God talking to Himself”
This program begins with a translation of a ghazal that Meher Baba wrote in Persian; Farhad Shafa reads the original, and Dot Pierpont follows with an English translation. Then, Dot speaks about a trip to Iran and her experiences with the Baba community there. Kitty Davy shares brief stories about her time with Baba, and about the experience of Katie Irani, one of Baba’s Mandali, in Japan. The program ends with another reading of Baba’s poem, and a heartfelt rendition of a song by Rumi.
Audio, 49:49
Meher Center, June 1, 1970
From the Meher Spiritual Center, Inc. Archives
“Be My living garland”
Dr. G.S.N. Moorty was a scholar of Philosophy, an author and a prolific speaker. Baba lovingly called him “the talkative disciple of the silent Master.” Moorty was a true skeptic who was allergic to the word Avatar when he first heard about Baba in 1940. Here, he shares his journey of doubt and conviction, his impactful first meeting with Baba and Baba’s message to him. His very interesting and profound stories are told here with humor and skilled oration.
Video, 1:25:51
Meher Center, Dilruba Reading Room, April 7, 2004
From the Meher Spiritual Center, Inc. Archives
“Finding water in a desert”
Edith Bradbury had sensed the presence of God since childhood, but as an adult she began actively seeking Him. This search brought her by the late 1940’s to the Sufi leader Murshida Ivy Duce, who told her about Meher Baba. In this talk, Edith discusses her connection with Baba, including meeting Him for the first time in the Lagoon Cabin in 1952, when she fell tearfully into His arms.
Audio, 32:39
Meher Center Saroja Library, May 12, 1974
From the Meher Spiritual Center, Inc. Archives
“As His wish is”
Stalwart Meherabad residents Jal and Dolly Dastur share their journey of coming to Baba. Dolly was Arnavaz’s cousin and thus was born into Baba’s fold. Dolly and Jal’s wedding, careers and the direction of their life were set by seeking Baba’s permission. Here, they share lesser known details about Meherabad Hill and its early residents, exhibiting their love for the pilgrimage site and their hospitable and loving nature toward the greater Baba family.
Video, 58:12
Meher Center Meeting Place, May 7, 1999
From the Meher Spiritual Center, Inc. Archives
“Good Bye Baba”
Katie Irani, one of Meher Baba’s close Eastern Mandali, talks here about Baba’s announcement of the New Life. She shares her shock, and His order for Katie to go to Bombay and get a job. All who were left behind were still under Him even though He claimed that they would never see Him again. This video displays the love, obedience and surrender expected of His disciples during the New Life and after. Katie’s story ends with humor and a beautiful Huma Ghazal.
Video, 36:24
Meher Center, July 26, 1991
From the Meher Spiritual Center, Inc. Archives
The Meher Spiritual Center and Meher Baba’s New Life
Many remain unaware of the significant connections between the Meher Spiritual Center and Meher Baba’s New Life. During the New Life, Meher Baba sold nearly everything He owned and ceased communication with His lovers who were not joining Him on His journey of “hopelessness and helplessness.” However, the Meher Center was one of two properties that remained in His name during the New Life period, and He kept up correspondence with Elizabeth Patterson and Norina Matchabelli regarding their work on the Center throughout. In this video, Jamie and Zo Newell explore these and other deep connections between Meher Spiritual Center and Meher Baba’s New Life.
Video, 41:30
2019
From the Meher Spiritual Center, Inc. Archives