Yes... My title sucks and it has lost all its novelty value as it's been used millions of times.
Quite frankly.... I cant answer the question myself.
The problem with our people is that the failure of one spiritual leader makes them believe that the entire religion has failed. Thats absolute BS. Swami Nithyanand might have done something not exactly right, but that doesnt make his message bad. Now, I'm not a hardcore believer of religious ideals. I dont believe dancing around with your hair looking crazier than Elvis with mango leaves can cure you of your malaria. Or the "evil spirit that is haunting you" \m/ \m/. I dont believe that a black cat crossing my path would give me bad luck. But I do believe in a higher power. I dont give it a name. And I dont do black magic like Sriram. I hate going to the temples, too. But I do believe.
The recent "Fake Swami" bug that has bit me is that of 'Sathya Sai Baba'. Though all these issues cropped up in the last century, It's still going strong. For those who are interestedin wasting your time in watching the full BBC documentary about him... watch this series ---> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EwOecpMkHH0.
(NOTE: THE YT VID SERIES DOESNT START WITH THE DOCUMENTARY)
Now, The allegations are quite serious. Molesting Men. Quite frankly, thats too wrong, though no one has actually proved that yet. But the one thing that DOESNT need to be proved (but has been proved anyway) about this man is that he CANT MAKE MIRACLES.
He claims he is god. He "vomits" a gold Linga. He materializes chains, rings, vibuthi, and other small items "out of nowhere". Unfortunately, ALL of those are just simple street magic tricks. Any street magician can do that quite easily and evidence of the trickery can be found in that YT series. (Again, there's no need of evidence)
So... here's a man who makes millions of people trust him. Not just in India, he has centres in the USA as well. So, yeah, millions trust him and come close to get a glimpse of his god and he, quite frankly, cheats them. According to me, no real devotee of god would claim that he's god. And I would have DIED to see him in person had he chosen to be a "honest" magician. If he had chosen to perform under his real name/some other stage name, in front of crowds proclaiming "Magician" like P.C. Sorcar or Criss Angel... I would want to get his autograph :). He's evidently practiced a lot.... If he practices a few more tricks... well, its never too late to start. Unforunately, he's in a critical condition in the hospital now and Vishal just retorted "Ask him to materialize his own life".
THATS the problem I have with Sai Baba. Agreed, he gives "good" messages. He preaches well. This guy has given 10000+ kids education at very low rates and also built so many hospitals for the poor. So... is he a good person?
The answer could be debated on for years. But the fact that cant be debated is that he's used the money he got from 'cheating' to improve the lives of the poor. The fact that ALSO cant be debated is that he is a cheat, a deceiver, and a trickster.
That makes him more like Robin Hood doesn't it? Or does it?
Thats the million dollar question. For Sai Baba is definitely not god. And he's definitely not an evil person.
Most "godmen" today are Conmen but is this old man a godman or a conman.... Its up to you readers to decide in the comments section. (Pl. watch the videos for the full allegations unless you know them already. and please read about the good things he's done too with an open mind. Ive prolly given that info. already)
So... Once again after a long time...
Adios, folks!
Vikas :)
Quite frankly.... I cant answer the question myself.
The problem with our people is that the failure of one spiritual leader makes them believe that the entire religion has failed. Thats absolute BS. Swami Nithyanand might have done something not exactly right, but that doesnt make his message bad. Now, I'm not a hardcore believer of religious ideals. I dont believe dancing around with your hair looking crazier than Elvis with mango leaves can cure you of your malaria. Or the "evil spirit that is haunting you" \m/ \m/. I dont believe that a black cat crossing my path would give me bad luck. But I do believe in a higher power. I dont give it a name. And I dont do black magic like Sriram. I hate going to the temples, too. But I do believe.
The recent "Fake Swami" bug that has bit me is that of 'Sathya Sai Baba'. Though all these issues cropped up in the last century, It's still going strong. For those who are interested
(NOTE: THE YT VID SERIES DOESNT START WITH THE DOCUMENTARY)
Now, The allegations are quite serious. Molesting Men. Quite frankly, thats too wrong, though no one has actually proved that yet. But the one thing that DOESNT need to be proved (but has been proved anyway) about this man is that he CANT MAKE MIRACLES.
He claims he is god. He "vomits" a gold Linga. He materializes chains, rings, vibuthi, and other small items "out of nowhere". Unfortunately, ALL of those are just simple street magic tricks. Any street magician can do that quite easily and evidence of the trickery can be found in that YT series. (Again, there's no need of evidence)
So... here's a man who makes millions of people trust him. Not just in India, he has centres in the USA as well. So, yeah, millions trust him and come close to get a glimpse of his god and he, quite frankly, cheats them. According to me, no real devotee of god would claim that he's god. And I would have DIED to see him in person had he chosen to be a "honest" magician. If he had chosen to perform under his real name/some other stage name, in front of crowds proclaiming "Magician" like P.C. Sorcar or Criss Angel... I would want to get his autograph :). He's evidently practiced a lot.... If he practices a few more tricks... well, its never too late to start. Unforunately, he's in a critical condition in the hospital now and Vishal just retorted "Ask him to materialize his own life".
THATS the problem I have with Sai Baba. Agreed, he gives "good" messages. He preaches well. This guy has given 10000+ kids education at very low rates and also built so many hospitals for the poor. So... is he a good person?
The answer could be debated on for years. But the fact that cant be debated is that he's used the money he got from 'cheating' to improve the lives of the poor. The fact that ALSO cant be debated is that he is a cheat, a deceiver, and a trickster.
That makes him more like Robin Hood doesn't it? Or does it?
Thats the million dollar question. For Sai Baba is definitely not god. And he's definitely not an evil person.
Most "godmen" today are Conmen but is this old man a godman or a conman.... Its up to you readers to decide in the comments section. (Pl. watch the videos for the full allegations unless you know them already. and please read about the good things he's done too with an open mind. Ive prolly given that info. already)
So... Once again after a long time...
Adios, folks!
Vikas :)
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