The
godsend news that Master was coming to London to see fellow disciples
spread like lightning to every part of England. Overjoyed, fellow
practitioners quickly packed their luggage and rushed to London
as soon as possible for a blessed rendezvous with the revered and
beloved Master.
The gathering
was held at a vegetarian restaurant in London run by a fellow initiate,
which was also the new London Centre. Fellow practitioners crowded in
and waited anxiously, unable to conceal their excitement and emotion.
The Master that they had dreamt of day and night finally appeared wearing
a simple yet elegant casual dress, which was a perfect match to Her
short hairstyle. She looked gorgeously delicate and charming.
The weather
in London was cold and windy with a persistent rain. To take care of
Her disciples worldwide, Master has to endure not only such cold weather
and physical exhaustion, but also the mental stress that is beyond the
imagination of ordinary humans. Master commented that though She had
crossed the Atlantic on an airplane to see the disciples, She felt as
though she had swum alone across the ocean. This is indeed true! Each
time Master wants to see disciples from around the world, She has to
go through such ordeals and bear such karma for Her disciples that it
is like crossing mountains and oceans all by Herself.
Speaking about
Her homeless situation, Master issued a heartbreaking statement that
was identical to what Jesus Christ had said two thousand years ago:
Even the birds in the sky have their nests, but the Son of God is without
a home! Yes! Even the birds flying in the sky have a place to rest when
they are tired. Despite Her contributions and sacrifice for the world
and the universe, there is not one peaceful corner where She can recuperate
after Her endless work for sentient beings! With sighs of grief, fellow
practitioners became more determined to practice diligently to help
ease some of the pain that Master has to bear for their sake.
The gathering
took place in a relaxed and carefree atmosphere. Apart from sharing
Her infinite wisdom and love, Master also gave handfuls of blessed candies
to everyone. All those present savored the sweetness and love from heaven,
and felt an indescribable bliss and contentment.
Master was aware
of the frustrations of some married disciples, and encouraged happily
married initiates and non-initiates to share the secrets of their success.
When a couple were sharing their experience, the wife kept nodding in
approval while the husband was speaking. Master noted humorously: "No
wonder you have a happy marriage. Whatever the husband says, the wife
nods in agreement." Finally, Master concluded that each couple should
feel happy and blessed living with each other, and should care for each
other.
To satisfy the
longings of disciples, Master patiently and elaborately answered their
questions. In between, She again emphasized that the key to spiritual
practice lies in one's sincere desire to realize God and seek liberation.
Otherwise, it would be futile taking the initiation a thousand times
or meditating ten thousand years, She said. The merciful Master also
meditated and chanted the Holy Names with the disciples, blessing each
initiate and initiate-to-be. Bathed in Her infinite holy love, they
felt as exalted as though they were in heaven!
Master even
stayed to have supper with the initiates. An atmosphere of bliss and
contentment pervaded throughout the meal.
The precious
moments with Master are always fleeting, and soon it was after midnight.
She was exhausted by Her hectic schedule but had yet to take a rest.
Therefore, fellow practitioners bid a reluctant farewell: "Good night,
Master! Please take care!"
Looking out
the window, one could see that it was still raining. It could have been
the tears of God so touched, or perhaps the tears of London overjoyed.