“”I wish Parsis would try to think of me and know me. Their jovial nature, and "who-knows-what-may-happen-tomorrow" attitude, I like. But, if from among them, even a few out of love for me and my cause, boldly come out and do my work, it would really be splendid. Let them work and enjoy, and do their duty by their family; but, at the same time, their good luck should help them to have a thought about me once in a while.
Messages, discourses, worship, devotional music will not make anyone reach the Goal. They have no value in themselves. What is wanted is jigar [heart, courage].
As Hafiz says: "He who does not lose his life [in love for God] will not find it."
“”What is the meaning of laying down one's life? Soldiers by the millions lose their life in battle; others by committing suicide. But this is not what is meant. Here the meaning is that one has to carry out the wish of the Master and die at every step! I have explained about obedience and love to and for me. If followed implicitly, that would really make you lose yourselves in me.
Baba had Gustadji narrate a story illustrating how mischievous Parsi boys could be. Gustadji began with his silent hand gestures, "Two Parsi boys were arguing in front of God above ..."
“”Interrupting, Baba gestured, "There is no 'above' and 'below.' Everything is here in the Divine Ocean itself. God alone exists everywhere. The sun, moon, stars, planets, solar systems, innumerable universes — all are mere bubbles in this Ocean."
Gustadji continued, describing how the boys outwitted the Devil himself.1 Baba then stated: “”If Parsi lads are so daring as to fight and outsmart the very Devil — how great it would be for you, if you would love me, obey me, and not leave me on any account!
Think of me continuously, and you will see me and find me everywhere. Although born in the Parsi community, to me all religions are one. I wish that no one would breathe his last without at least having a glimpse of me. Do read God Speaks . I would like every one of you to possess a copy.
