Ashram Policies
Certain guidelines and codes of conduct have been laid down for devotees while in the ashram. Devotees are asked to "dress in modest, clean and sober clothing at all times." As far as socializing, "men and women are not expected to mix for the sake of passing time either outside or inside the rooms." Other ashram rules include,
- maintaining silence
- restricting behavior that will cause a disturbance to others, e.g., not playing radios loudly, no loud singing of bhajans by groups or individuals, keeping children under control, etc.
- smoking, gambling, consumption of alcoholic beverages or non-vegetarian food (including eggs), and drugs are strictly forbidden
- devotees are asked not to "associate with strangers" and to "beware of cheats and persons collecting funds." The ashram explicitly warns people to be wary of "those who claim close association with Sai Baba or claim to have inner messages or special blessings of Sathya Sai Baba."
- additional guidelines for safety and cleanliness
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