It is generally accepted that Maharishi, inspired by the memory of his master, started the TM movement in 1955. The lecture attendees who heard his declaration that he would start a 'Spiritual Regeneration Movement' for the world would have been astonished at the outcome.

50 years later Maharishi was living as a recluse in Europe - far from the Himalayas, head of a worldwide organisation with extensive property and other investments, communicating to followers primarily through video links and the internet.

The Highs and Lows

This extraordinary journey with all its drama is charted in this section.

We include details of some of the many achievements that marked Maharishi's 50 year mission to change the world as well as some of the background to some of the allegations of sexual impropriety and misrepresentation.

Also featured are some of more unusual phases of the TM Movement, including yogic flying, political parties, sytems of currency, housing and education