Table of Contents
Part I
- Question: Why do animals have to suffer pain, illness and injury since they are not conscious like human beings?
- Question: With the stresses and demands of daily life, how can I maintain the kind of life-energy that I need to play my music with all my heart for the public?
- Question: In one of your books you said that four hours of sleep is all you need if you are meditating. Would you speak about this? I would love to have more time.
Part II
- Question: How would you answer one of the major philosophical questions — "What is the purpose of creation?"
- Question: What is the main idea of your philosophy?
- Question: Your accomplishments in almost all spheres of human life are tremendous. What is the source of your exceptional productivity and creativity?
- Question: How do you view the present state of mankind? The world is splitting apart. How would you explain the outburst of hostility and brutality all over the world? Can you suggest any solution to it?
- Question: What is behind your interest in Russia? How do you think you can help us? How do you see the future of Russia?
- Question: What is the main difference between the Western and Eastern mentality? Could this difference be eliminated for the purpose of better understanding and coexistence between all nations?
- Question: What is your view of Indian philosophy?
- Question: How many hours do you sleep?
- Question: Can you say that you have created your own style of life?
- Question: Why have your ideas attracted so many people here and also in so many different parts of the world?
- Question: What do you mean by the heart?
Part III
- Question: When I am aware that an undivine quality is manifesting itself in and through me, how can I illumine it?
- Question: Are love of sport and natural talent enough to win, or must an athlete develop a 'killer instinct'?
- Question: What does 'chastity' mean exactly and why is it necessary?
- Question: If a person has started practising spirituality but has given up after a while for lack of inspiration, how will this affect her afterlife? Will God welcome her in the same way when she goes to Heaven?
- Question: Is it bad to doubt God?
- Question: What is more important for older people: cheerfulness or wisdom-light?
- Question: What are the limitations of science and technology?
- Question: What is the relationship between the ego, the soul and the Inner Pilot?
- Question: How can I simplify my life?
Part IV
- Question: You said recently that this year will be difficult. What should we be careful of? What should we pay attention to?
- Question: We are planning to give small concerts of your music after our lectures about your path. Should we perform your songs in the way that you perform them? Should we try to imitate your way?
- Question: If somebody continues to walk along the spiritual path, can that person at the end see the Supreme?