Diversities in attitudes and practices are natural and should be welcomed; there is no need for one over-all, ironclad, hard faith. Rivalry amongst those following different paths cannot bring peace and prosperity to any country. Without the freedom to adopt faith, world cannot progress. India taught that a small group can never command the inexhaustible resources of the world. For the effective functioning of the community it is necessary to divide the work of the community among sections of the people and allot each the task of contributing its share to the common good. This facilitated diversity and mutuality. Diversities were approved for the practical application of spiritual powers and potentialities, therefore there is no need for factionalism and fights. There is an entrancing sense of mystery which, if explored, will enable you to visualize the One that underlies the many. Hence ancient texts proclaim, "One alone exists; wise describe it in manifold ways" (Ekam sat, viprah bahudha vadanti)!
Bagavan Sri Sri Sri Sathya Sai Baba
Bagavan Sri Sri Sri Sathya Sai Baba
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