Don't Kill Him! - by Ma Anand Sheela (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

As His personal secretary between 1981 and 1985, and the second-in-command of His organization, Ma Anand Sheela enjoyed an enviably close relationship with Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh. Bhagwan called upon her when He wanted to discuss personal issues, crucial administrative matters, run minor errands, and to even place an order for a new Rolls-Royce. Ma Sheela was His confidante, His closest aide, the person He trusted more than anyone else. She ruled the entire commune under His guidance . . . until differences crept up. What followed next, soon became part of Bhagwan's infamous history, as after years of loyal service, Ma Sheela resigned from her position, left the commune, and fled to Europe with fellow members. An infuriated Rajneesh wasted no time in accusing her of planning a bio-terror attack, conspiring to murder important public officials, and running away with fifty-five million dollars. Ma Sheela pled guilty to some of the charges in court and spent thirty-nine months in prison. Now, almost two decades later, Ma Sheela, still in love with Bhagwan and His teachings, finally tells her side of the story, claiming that the truth was very different, and sheds light on that part of Bhagwan's life which has so far been shrouded in a cover of secrecy and darkness . .

About the Author

Ma Anand Sheela was born in 1949 as the youngest of six children in Gujarat, India. She had a loving childhood with her parents. In her youth, Ma Sheela became Osho's devoted follower and was appointed Bhagwan's personal secretary from 1981 to 1985. In September 1985, she resigned from her position and left the commune. She was soon accused of planning a bio terror attack and stealing fifty-five million dollars. She ended up spending twenty-nine months in prison. Ever since her release, Ma Sheela has spent her life in caring for the mentally, psychologically, and physically handicapped in her two nursing homes in Switzerland.