Meherabode
Avatar Meher Baba Center of Southern California
1214 South Van Ness Avenue
Los Angeles
Affectionately named Meherabode - home of the compassionate one - our center is devoted to those who love Meher Baba, as well as those interested in knowing more about Him. It’s an oasis of calm in the city where all can gather in His name.
“I have come not to teach but to awaken.” ~Meher Baba
Meher Baba declared in 1952, that he is the same Ancient One, who returns again and again, throughout the ages, to redeem man from his bondage of ignorance and to guide him to realize his true Self. Meher Baba is acknowledged by his many followers all over the world as the Avatar of the Age.
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Inclusivity Statement
Inspired by the life and teachings of Meher Baba, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes all regardless of background, race, ethnicity, age, gender, national origin, socioeconomic status, religious or political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, and other visible and nonvisible differences.
“Do your best. Then, don’t worry; be happy in My love.
I will help you.”
~ Meher Baba
This Sunday at Meherabode
This Sunday at Meherabode
Sunday, December 22nd
MEHERMASNUKAH: aka Mehera's Birthday, Christmas and Hannukah
11:00am - 2:00pm
Join us at Meherabode on Baba’s Beloved Mehera’s Birthday, Sunday December 22nd from 11-2, for holiday festive fun. In the spirit of Meher Baba’s Beads on One String, this year Christmas and the first night of Hannukah fall on the same day. Whether you celebrate Kwanza or Yalda or Yule together we welcome the return of light in the darkness in His embrace.
Elaine Munson will lead carolers spreading Baba’s cheer with Mehermasnukah songs. For the youngsters and the young at heart, gingerbread house decorating and games of dreidel. The Center will be handing out gifts for children of all ages.
Potato latkes and Christmas dinner for everyone: omnivores, vegetarians, gluten eaters and non. Anyone interested in doing an adult gift exchange, please wrap your handmade, gently used or (inexpensive) new gift to share. Friends and family welcome and encouraged—especially the children in your life. Jai Ho Ho Ho!
Meetings & Events
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1214 S Van Ness Ave,
Los Angeles, CA 90019
Phone (323) 731-3737
Hours
Meherabode is usually open on Sundays from 10:00am - 2:00pm, but there are exceptions. Check the calendar above for more information.
COVID SAFETY POLICY: Updated 9.20.23
Based on LA County Public Health and CDC guidelines, masking will be by individual preference when COVID-19 Hospital Admission Levels in the county are low. Masking is still strongly recommended for vulnerable persons, including those who are elderly, immunocompromised, or have underlying health conditions. As many in our community are vulnerable, please consider masking when in crowded indoor places. We will continue to update this policy regularly as Public Health guidelines evolve.
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Visit Our Bookstore
Meher Baba Books carries over 300 distinct titles. Some are out of print and others are typically only available in India. We also accept used book donations and make them available both on-line and in the store at discounted rates. Currently there are over 100 previously owned books in stock.
We have nearly 1000 CDs and DVDs represented by about 200 distinct titles. There is an extensive collection of Glow, Love Street Lamp Post and Awakener magazines, not to mention photographs, posters, and jewelry.
Archives
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The Avatar Meher Baba Center gratefully appreciates donations, large or small, that help sustain our Center and all its activities.
The Avatar Meher Baba Center of Southern California is a nonprofit tax exempt
organization as defined in section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
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