When mind soars in pursuit of the things conceived in space, it pursues emptiness. But when man dives deep within himself, he experiences the fullness of existence.
Don had taken Baba's blood sample to Poona on the 26th, and Dr. Grant paid a visit to Meherazad two days later on the 28th.
On 1 October 1967, as directed by Baba, Adi sent out this circular to all lovers throughout the world:
Avatar Meher Baba wishes all his lovers to know that his seclusion will not end on 21st November this year, but will continue until the 25th of February 1968.
Meher Baba says that the fate of the universe hangs on his seclusion, and the redemption of mankind depends upon his manifestation, and he wants to remain absolutely undisturbed. And so under no circumstances should anyone try to see him unless he himself calls anyone specially for work, or until he himself announces that he will give darshan to his lovers.
It should carefully be noted that the restriction on correspondence continues. Baba will not attend to any correspondence, including cables and wires. Also none should write to me or to members of the resident mandali regarding their personal affairs or the affairs of others.
After 25th February 1968, Baba will announce when he will see his lovers. Meanwhile, no one should come of his own accord to see him, but should await Baba's own announcement.
Note: Avatar Meher Baba lovingly permits all his lovers to celebrate his 74th birthday on 25th February 1968, at all Baba Centers or otherwise publicly. Those who wish to celebrate Baba's birthday should do so without expecting another intimation. As his 74th birthday coincides with his coming out of seclusion, it should be an occasion of great rejoicing.
On Thursday, 5 October 1967, after a three-week stay in Booth Hospital, Kaikobad was brought back to Meherazad, accompanied by Dr. Alu Khambatta, who had been caring for him, along with Dr. Brieseman. As Baba wished, Alu remained in Meherazad for a year to nurse Kaikobad, who was still unable to walk. Kaikobad had had a rough time in the hospital (aggravated by his son, who had come to Ahmednagar and acted badly towards him and the mandali). Kaikobad had been feeling very sad and depressed, and his spirits were greatly lifted to be back home in Baba's company once again. On the 7th, Padri brought Kaikobad's wife and daughters to see Baba and him.