Meher Baba (born Merwan Shehariarji Irani, 1894-1969) is a philosopher to some, a spiritual guide to others and the messiah to many more. Beginning in 1927 he establishes a convent or ashram in the Sufi tradition and surrounds himself with a small group of disciples, some of whom remain with him for the rest of their lives. Meher Baba spends much of life exemplifying his motto of “Mastery in Servitude” by helping the poor, lepers and the mentally ill.

To Westerners Meher Baba may seem like any other spiritual master from Asia, and much of his teachings are little more than a reflection of ancient teachings. Yet, there are significant differences that set him apart. His universal acceptance of all major religions as legitimate paths to salvation is paramount. It is not the dedication to a particular dogma and ritual that offers salvation, it is the absolute faith and devotion to God. To truly love God requires that we love and embrace everyone and everything as a dimension of God.

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