WHO IS MEHER BABA (Part 4) ---------------------------------------- Upasni Maharaj was in seclusion; when he saw Merwan approaching, he threw a rock that hit Merwan on the forehead exactly where Babajan had kissed Merwan earlier. This action further made Merwan aware of his divine destiny. Over the next seven years Merwan held a few jobs, for a time as a manager of a theatrical company, and later watched over his fathers teashop. The location of Sheriars shop changed and they began to serve toddy drinks. Eventually Merwan and his companion Behramji took over the toddy shop, but it was not a very successful business. Merwan did menial work and encouraged his customers to stop drinking. However, because of the Non-Cooperation Movement, they were forced to close the shop. During these seven years, Merwan integrated his consciousness of God with normal human consciousness under the direct guidance of Upasni Maharaj. Upasni and Merwan had many meetings that spiritually prepared Merwan for the task he was to undertake. Finally, at the end of 1921, Upasni Maharaj openly stated to his disciples that Merwan was also a Sadguru, or Perfect Master, while stating to Merwan that Merwan was the Avatar, or first soul. In 1922 Merwan gathered a small number of followers, who started to call him Meher Baba, which means Compassionate Father. The name stuck, but he did not outwardly state exactly who he was or what his plans were. He was considered to be a Perfect Master by his followers. Other people called him the Messiah, but he was unattached to such claims. Soon people were drawn to him from all over India - now was the time for the real work to be carried out. To Be Continued ...
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