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The Practice of Humanity
However, if we actually look at it from the standpoint of the human race, or biologically, then no differences are visible between anyone; everyone is the same. So from this, it seems that there might not be any biological differences, but the mental state [understanding] that there is...
Dadashri: That is the development. That is why there are so many divisions.
Questioner: Even though the layers [of development] may be different, biologically everyone is the same. So then, could there be some sort of common religion?
Dadashri: The common religion is the practice of humanity. A person can carry out the practice of humanity according to his own understanding. Each person may carry out the practice of humanity according to his own understanding, but it is best if he does so with the right understanding. The practice of humanity is very high class, provided a person comes into the bounds of practicing it! But the practice of humanity no longer exists among people these days, does it?
The practice of humanity is really wonderful but it is in accordance with the development [of a person]. The practice of humanity amongst Americans is different, and our [the Indian] practice of humanity is different.
Questioner: Is there a difference in that too, Dada? In what way is there a difference?
Dadashri: There is a big difference.
There is a difference between their attachment (mamata) and our attachment. Meaning, they do not have as much attachment towards their parents as we have towards our parents. Since the attachment is less, there is a difference in their feelings (bhaav); the feelings are less to that extent.
