Bapak’s Talk – The latihan in sickness and age – 83 LON 23

by Muhammad Subuh Sumohadiwidjojo
   
Published: 8 Oct 1983

Subud Publications International

Price: £ 11.00

Some of the topics covered are:
It is an unavoidable responsibility for Bapak, though over 80 years, to go on travelling and to still give you guidance and explanations which you can really understand. Bapak sets you an example because he is a pioneer, the founder. If there were no Bapak there would be no Subud.
Without a feeling of love from the helpers towards the members the members will automatically become weaker and weaker, so the development of Subud will give us nothing of which we can be proud.
The latihan can unite all races of mankind. Don’t complain too much when you are older of feeling ill. Bapak talks about the trouble he has had with his heart while in Germany and France. Don’t worry – you cannot die unless God allows you. Put your trust in God. Experience of member in Mexico.
Bapak announces something very important – Subud should set up homes for old people, schools for neglected children etc. Enterprises should be set up to give 25% of net profits to help fund these. We should also establish schools so that our own children can find their right direction in life. Bapak urges you to do enterprises. Those on a fixed salary give 3% to 5% of their income so Subud can fulfil its charitable needs and run the organisation properly and that you can each fulfil your responsibility. Subud is you, yourselves. Subud can make progress if you make progress. If we let Subud become weak it means we are not really taking care. Subud is an unexpected gift.
The way to choose a treasurer. Give thought to our financial strength, though it takes second or third place to spiritual matters. References to Abraham and Moses, Jesus Christ and Muhammad. The temptation of the desires. Materialism. The vibration of life. The latihan is very easy. God’s power is present in his very nature. The latihan is very important for you.
The influences of the vegetable and animal life forces. The divine life force is like a guide to lead and steer and enlighten mankind.
Ancestors – the roles of parents and children.