The Divine Unity of Humanity
More than two and half decades ago, Bhagavan Baba sent a powerful message to an International Symposium held in Rome on October 30-31, 1983 on the theme “Unity is Divinity.” Each directive in this message is profound and extremely pertinent for all times, and more so in the present world scenario. It is for this reason that we have dug this out from our archives to place it before you. As you read excerpts of this Divine Message below, do ruminate upon them and try to make them a part of your understanding and conduct in your daily societal life.
The ancient saying, “All roads lead to Rome,” has been vindicated today. It is not without great significance that people from many countries have gathered in this historic city. You have to realise that you have come here to learn things which you have never heard before, and to derive inspiration from new ideals about the human adventure.
The whole of mankind belongs to one Religion – the Religion of Man. For all men, God is the Father. As the children of one God, all men are brothers. This Conference is therefore a family gathering. It is not a meeting of nationalities and religions. It is a meeting of minds. It does not relate to any one culture or philosophy. It is concerned with the Divine way of life that is implicit in the teachings of all religions. Its purpose is to see Unity in Divinity.
The basic truth in all religions, irrespective of country or race, is one and the same. The philosophic ideas or the practices and methods of approach may vary. But the final objective and goal is only one – all religions proclaim the Unity of Divinity and preach the cultivation of Universal Love, without regard to caste, creed, country or colour. Those who are ignorant of this basic Truth develop pride and ego because of their own religion. Such people are creating great confusion and chaos by fragmenting Divinity. To confine and divide the Infinite Divine into such narrow compartments is treason to the Divine.
The basic truth in all religions, irrespective of country or race, is one and the same. The philosophic ideas or the practices and methods of approach may vary. But the final objective and goal is only one – all religions proclaim the Unity of Divinity and preach the cultivation of Universal Love, without regard to caste, creed, country or colour.
