

The Work of Meher Baba with Nicola Masciandaro
20 snips Apr 23, 2025
Nicola Masciandaro, a Professor of English at Brooklyn College and expert in medieval literature, dives into the life and teachings of Meher Baba, a pivotal 20th-century spiritual figure. The discussion touches on Baba's unique authority and his concepts of unity and silence. They explore existential questions surrounding identity, the role of the ego, and the nature of morality. Additionally, they examine post-mortem states, the essence of love in spirituality, and how Baba's teachings remain relevant today.
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Nicola Masciandaro's Early Encounter
- Nicola Masciandaro first encountered Meher Baba at age 15 through a picture his mother had.
- He later joined a local Baba group and integrated his works into his scholarly studies.
Avatar Claim and Divine Unity
- Meher Baba claimed he was the avatar, but he also said all humans share divine nature.
- He denied being a saint and challenges the divide between human and divine.
Baba's God-Realization Experience
- Meher Baba experienced God-realization after being kissed on the head by Babajan.
- He then remained in ecstatic bliss, struggling to integrate this with normal consciousness.