Passage 21

In English

of overseas devotees

I am-well aware that our members are doing excellent work. Without boasting about it, we can claim that there are no organizations in the world like the Organization. The way the have been serving food and water to of people is inconceivable elsewhere. Moreover, you have to appreciate the patience shown by overseas devotees. They are used to living in spacious houses with all amenities. Here they have been living in sheds adjusting themselves to the lack of many amenities. That adjustment is an index of their devotion. The adjustment is itself a form of spiritual . Adjustment is possible when there is understanding. It is because they cherish the feeling, "Here is our , our God," they are able to adjust themselves. This understanding is also a form of . Acquire this understanding and then act on that basis. Then you will experience bliss. There is no use merely going on reading books. Practising what you have learnt is more important than filling the mind with book knowledge. In our organization all are well-read persons who are keen to practise what they have learnt. You are all treading the path of Truth. The whole world is one. Respect all faiths alike. The world is like a with many strings. When the strings are in harmony, the world will be happy. All should behave fraternally towards each other. There should be no differences on grounds of religion. All worship the same God. No religion preaches hatred. Truth and righteousness are common to all religions. Adhere to them, Observe morality and integrity, in daily life.