Jon K - Bethesda, MD, USA

Shortly after completing my MBA a number of years ago, I was introduced to Knowledge, and it was certainly very different from anything I had learned in school. The introduction happened quite by chance, and the subject was neither familiar nor was it anything I had been seeking. But while it may have sounded somewhat foreign, it felt simple; it felt comfortable, and it felt true.

Not long after being shown the techniques of Knowledge, I met Maharaji, who was then just fourteen years old, and I was profoundly impressed by his wisdom, his intelligence, and his perspective. Since that time, I have had the honor—and the distinct pleasure—of a continuing association with Maharaji and his work, and I have become even more impressed with his unique perspective and the remarkable kindness, wisdom, clarity, intelligence, and humor that he brings to his work. He is an extraordinary man.

The Knowledge that Maharaji has shown me and the guidance that he continues to offer me are absolutely fundamental to my existence. Every day, I have choices and choices and choices about what to do, where to go, what to eat, and what plans to make. And I also have a choice about being truly fulfilled—a genuine fulfillment that reaches to the very core of my existence. Maharaji has given me that choice, and I am profoundly grateful.

— Jon K.
Bethesda, MD, USA

Jing-chuan L. - Taiwan

When I was young, I looked for Chinese fairies, because they were supposed to be immortal, happy, and able to help people all the time. Later, I searched for the truth of life from science and religion. I longed for something real and lasting, and I would still be searching if I hadn’t heard the message of Prem Rawat (Maharaji). His words touched me so deeply that my heart filled up with joy and happiness, and I knew that I wanted to become his student. Then I learned the techniques of Knowledge.

The experience of Knowledge is so profound and concrete; it brings me through the gap between mortal and immortal, unknown and known. I couldn't get to that place by myself—I really needed a teacher to guide me and help me all the way.

I am so fortunate and so grateful; all my longings from my young age have come true. Now I enjoy practicing Knowledge, being a student, learning from Maharaji, and sharing his message with my friends. And I enjoy my life. I feel complete and safe in the experience that has been shown to me—not in a fairy tale, but in my daily life.

— Jing-chuan L.
Hualien, Taiwan