16 December 1981
"This is the third in a series of General Meetings. The first was held on 14 September and the second on 23 October. The final meeting for 1981 will be held on Christmas Day, 25 December. The meetings have led up to the 25 December meeting, which will have great importance.
"From 24 December, for three days all expenses in the ashram for tea, prasad (the blessed meals), tea parties, food from the 'Italian Restaurant' (a small restaurant, usually staffed by Italians, which produces foods flavoured for the tender Western palate) - will be met by the foreigners. They will pay all these expenses. Whoever comes to the ashram during this period will be guests of the Westerners. These people should be entertained nicely, with the best accommodations and attention, so devotees, guests and visitors will always remember that they have been entertained well here. Herakhan is the most divine center of the universe. Everything should be wonderful here.
"This Christmas celebration is of great importance in the history of mankind. It has never happened in this way before and will never again. This is the second celebration at Herakhan Vishwa Mahadham. However, this year everyone has been invited to come. Those here should be alert and attentive to entertain the guests well. The leaders will assign and delegate duties at the ashram.
"By attention and good manners this will be an ideal example for all people. Set an ideal for the universe. Those who come should be delighted and carry this example with them throughout the world. By your example, a good impression will be made. In the history of mankind, Christmas has never been celebrated like this. This will be an international Christmas celebration. This is the first time since the birth of Christ that this celebration will be performed in such a special way.
"All individuals should perform their duties so that everyone will remember their performance.
"The Italian Restaurant shall be free of charge for three days free food, free tea, free everything-on the 24th, 25th, and 26th. Preparations should be made now.
"Do you agree?
"People will remember this for ages, not just years. People of the universe should know the birth of Christ has been celebrated in the heart of the Himalayas. It is very special to celebrate here in the Himalayas. It is your fortune to have the opportunity to participate in this auspicious, pious occasion.
"It is the duty of each individual to pay attention and drop unnecessary activity. Do your duty ! Do not be idle. This is an Age of Action. Perform your karma yoga. Show the world ideal actions. Service to humanity is service to and worship of God.
"Everyone should forget nationality: we are one here. This is a universal family. Have no idea of separation of identity: discard feelings of separateness. Serve the people with mind, body, wealth, brain.
"The progress of Vishwa Mahadham is the progress of the world. When you work and learn here, you help the world. Make Vishwa Mahadham perfect. Work as a unit; there is no caste or creed here; there are no difficulties.
"All good people are coming. Due to good actions - good karma - of the past, we are collected at Lord Shiva's lotus feet. All should think of the progress and perfection of this place. Baba blesses all who do their duty sincerely and with devotion. Do your duty lovingly."
