Question: Why did God create earth?

Sri Chinmoy: God created earth to manifest Himself in human bodies, in human form. Manifestation means His presence — His Beauty, Light, Love, Joy, Concern and Compassion.

From:Sri Chinmoy,A child's heart and a child's dreams, Aum Publications, 1986
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