Out of darkness

From time to time, the natural forces of the planet demonstrate their irresistible power in a way destructive and unwelcomed by men.
Thus it was in the recent catastrophe in the Indian Ocean. The sad and sudden loss of thousands of lives, and the unprecedented damage to homes and other buildings, have shocked the world and evoked a remarkable response: for the first time, the nations, East and West, North and South, have come together in spontaneous aid. Governments are prodded by their people to give, and to cancel outstanding debts for the poorest countries. The wave of sympathy for the bereft has manifested also as a concern for the needy millions of all the developing world and is a sure sign that the peoples are ready for Maitreya.

No clearer indication could be given that this is so. No one could doubt the sincerity of this concern; the tragedy of the tsunami has opened the hearts and inspired the voices of millions for the creation of justice and world transformation.
At last, these voices are being heard. At last, the beneficent energies of Maitreya are finding response in the hearts of many still unaware of His presence. At long last, the governments of the wealthy are responding to their people’s call for justice and peace. They sense that their future, too, depends on listening to the voice of the people, rising with an ever clearer and powerful note.
Let the governments understand: the voice of the people is the voice of wisdom. It is a call for realism and truth, for the only action which will lead to a sane and better world. Those governments which fail to listen to that voice will founder, and lose authority and the trust of their people.

Judging
Maitreya, meanwhile, awaits the moment to emerge, judging finely the pros and cons. He welcomes the signs of men’s readiness, and knows that the moment is not far off. He welcomes the opportunity to work openly for humanity and the Plan. In this way, His power and effectiveness are immeasurably increased.

Also, in this way, He can work directly with men, showing His concern for their welfare and comfort, His understanding of their needs and difficulties, His awareness of their problems and of how they can be solved. He wishes to be seen as a brother and friend, a wise father Whose counsel is beneficent and true, a help-mate and partner on the journey into the shining future which awaits all men.
Be patient, therefore, a little longer, and know that despite the problems and difficulties, the heartache of loss, the Plan for the transformation of the world and the salvation of men is on course for victory, and that all will be well.
(Share International, January/February 2005)

Share International — background information
For 30 years artist, author, and lecturer Benjamin Creme has been preparing the way for the biggest event in history — the emergence of Maitreya the World Teacher and His group. Millions of people around the world have heard his information and wait expectantly for this momentous event.
Since 19 July 1977 Maitreya has been living in the Asian community of London, gradually emerging before the public. Long awaited by all faiths under different names, Maitreya is the World Teacher for all people, religious or not.
Maitreya’s ‘roving ambassador’ Benjamin Creme travels the world spreading his message of hope and creating a climate of expectancy for Maitreya’s emergence. Trained and supervised over many years by his own Master, with whom he is in constant telepathic contact, Benjamin Creme has access to up-to-date information on Maitreya’s emergence, giving him the total conviction needed to present this story to a sceptical world.
As a modern man concerned with today’s problems, Maitreya works behind the scenes of our changing world. The outpouring of His extraordinary energy has been the stimulus for dramatic developments on many fronts: the ending of the cold war; the break-up of the Soviet Union; the unification of Germany; the ending of apartheid in South Africa; the growing power of the people’s voice, leading to demands for freedom and justice; and the worldwide focus on preserving the environment.
Outwardly Maitreya has met with influential leaders from all fields, informing them of His solutions to our pressing problems. His message can be summarized as: “Share and save the world.” He has not come to found a new religion but as an educator in the broadest sense. He will seek to inspire humanity to see itself as one family, and to create a civilization based on sharing, economic and social justice, and global co-operation.
For those who seek signs of His coming, Maitreya has manifested miracles worldwide, touching the hearts of millions and preparing them for His imminent appearance.
With Maitreya and His group working openly in the world, offering Their guidance and teachings, humanity is assured not only of survival but of the creation of a brilliant new civilization.
According to Benjamin Creme, we do not have long to wait to see Him. Soon, Maitreya will be interviewed on major US television and His open emergence will begin.
Benjamin Creme regularly lectures worldwide, and appears on television and radio — in the USA alone he has been interviewed on more than 300 radio and television shows. He is author of ten books — translated into 11 languages — and is editor of Share International magazine which circulates in 70 countries. He receives no payment for any of this work. Benjamin Creme offers a positive view of the future — a message of hope for the world.

Benjamin Creme lecture
The emergence of Maitreya the World Teacher

Friends House
173 Euston Road, London NW1 (opposite Euston station)
Thursday 10 February 2005
7-9.30pm (doors open 6.30 — admission free)
tel: 020 7482 1113; fax: 020 7267 2881
www.share-international.org