Chapter 37 provides a profound perspective on heaven that should guide the goals of a Sai community. The text explains that heaven is not a physical place but a state of being, describing it as the 'Vairaj (the Cosmic Being) itself,' a state free from mental grief, disease, worry, sorrow, and the fear of death. A community built on this teaching would therefore focus less on posthumous rewards and more on helping members achieve this divine, fearless state of non-duality in their current lives. The goal is to realize this 'divine heavenly state' within by transcending worldly afflictions and mental constructs.
How does Sai's concept of 'heaven' influence the ultimate goals of a spiritual community dedicated to him?
📖 Chapter 37