Question: Does a Master have to be in the physical body in order to help an aspirant?

Sri Chinmoy: Not necessarily. The most important thing is the strength of the inner connection between the Master and the disciple. Only if one has a boat can he make his journey swiftly and safely.

From:Sri Chinmoy,Canada aspires, Canada receives, Canada achieves, part 1, Agni Press, 1974
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