Living Masters

Living Masters are problematic because they represent a challenge to any attempt at studying them. Once Masters have died one only has the recorded word, whether printed, electronic, or on audio or video media, and study can proceed without being contradicted by the Master himself or herself. Conversely the chances of a living Master having a direct impact on their disciples is in inverse proportion to their fame. This means that for most seekers their best chances are with relatively unknown teachers. Only two living teachers are included in this section at this point, but it is hoped that in time this section can expand through the contributions of visitors to this site.

'The best chance of experiencing the true Master/disciple relationship is with a relatively unknown teacher. Unfortunately this also means taking the biggest risks, as one has a limited scope for knowing the teacher's track record.'

Here are a two living Masters:

• Mother Meera
• Andrew Cohen

There are links and bibliographical suggestions for these and other contemporary teachers. The Internet is a good place to search for living Masters, and several of the suggested links contain personal experiences and arguments for and against living teachers around the world. Like falling in love in the romantic sense, involvement with Masters may bring all kinds of problems, but if one has a sense of spiritual urgency in one's quest, then one needs to take risks. The next section gives a few pointers about the organisations that grow up around Masters.

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