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The Many Faces of Love
How Meher Baba Guided me to Prem Rawat
There are many forces at work in our lives that defy logic and the mind’s ability to comprehend.
These forces have been variably referred to as serendipity, synchronicity, grace, lila, karma, God’s play, maya, and the great mystery of life. All of us in our own unique way have had these experiences — small, medium, and large — unforgettable moments that cannot be explained.
The following story of mine, one that I have hesitated to write for the past 55 years, is infused with some of these moments for your inspiration and delight. My purpose in sharing it with you is not to call attention to myself or promote my particular point of view, but to focus your attention, however briefly, on the magic of life that we sometimes forget, ruled as we are by the density of things on planet earth.
Ready? Here goes:
The year was 1971. I was a long-haired, 24-year old hippie living on Martha’s Vineyard and having what appeared to be a beautiful life. To most observers, I had it all — a country home, a loving relationship, a dog named Zeke, great friends, meaningful work, and plenty of…
