Meher Baba

Meher Baba was an Indian spiritual teacher who observed silence for much of his public life and developed teachings concerning divine love, God-realization and spiritual evolution.

Who was Meher Baba?

Born Merwan Sheriar Irani in 1894, he became a spiritual teacher with followers in India and abroad. His public life included extensive travel, discourses and periods of silence.

Teachings and spiritual significance

His writings and recorded messages emphasize love, surrender, God-realization and the transformation of consciousness. His own terminology should be preserved when describing his system.

Major works and primary material

God Speaks; Discourses; The Everything and the Nothing; published messages and talks.

How should Meher Baba be understood?

Love of God distinguishes a teacher's own teachings from editorial explanation. Tradition-specific theological statements are identified as belonging to the relevant tradition rather than being presented automatically as universally accepted historical facts. Where historical evidence is uncertain or traditions differ, the distinction should be made explicit.

Questions readers commonly ask

What tradition is Meher Baba associated with?

Meher Baba tradition.

What are the main subjects associated with Meher Baba?

His writings and recorded messages emphasize love, surrender, God-realization and the transformation of consciousness. His own terminology should be preserved when describing his system.

Where should I start reading?

Begin with the teacher's own published works or recorded teachings, then consult recognized institutional biographies and scholarly or historical sources where appropriate.