Chapter 3February 10, 1971

(End of the reading of chapter 12, “The Sociology of the Superman.” Mother expresses her happiness

and Satprem protests.)

But Mother, it really just came. It was all given to me, as if it were dictated, you understand? I did nothing at all.

Oh, but I can see that! For me it’s quite clear.

It’s like this (gesture of descent).

It creates a magnificent atmosphere, magnificent. Will we finish the reading before the 21st?

It fills me with joy.

(Mother takes Satprem’s hands)

Good morning, Mother.

Well, what’s new?...

How are you, Mother?

It’s not coming very fast.... It’s all right, the leg is almost better – almost, there’s still a tiny little something in the foot, but it’s nothing at all. But the eyesight is not too clear. It’s better – everything is improving, but very, very slowly. And willpower seems to have nothing to do with it. It’s something entirely beyond my control – what is it exactly? I don’t know.

It must depend on the rest of the world, perhaps?

Yes, probably.... Yes, it’s not a personal question because.... The personal will is there, but it’s kept like this (motionless gesture in the background). It’s at peace. Well....

Suddenly I am able to straighten up (you know, I was afraid I would be bent over forever), suddenly