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Prime Minister Peru, Former UN S-G Perez de Cuellar, Appreciates Sri Chinmoy 2001 Feb 03
Lima, February 3, 2001 Dear Sri Chinmoy, For thousands of years many diver~e cultures and races have lived together harmoniously beneath the majestic peaks of the Andes in my beloved Peru. Nowhere else on earth do such an enormous variety … Read more
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Swim 15, Virginia Beach, USA for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 08
During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more
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Birthday Message for Dr. Jorge Illueca of Panama 17 Sep 1996
A sample of the type of correspondence shared on many occasions between Dr. Illueca of Panama and Sri Chinmoy with the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations. 17 September 1996 H.E. Jorge Illueca Pennallcnl Representative of Panama to the … Read more
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1983 J. Illueca, Pres, UN General Assembly, U Thant Peace Award, Dec 03 SUMMARY NY Daily News
When Dr Illueca received the U Thant Peace Award, his many friends and admirers were thrilled to see his smile captured in the NY Daily News, Sunday, December 18, 1983 . (excerpt below) “The president of the United … Read more
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Memorial service for AllIard Lowenstein 1980 March 21
AllIard Lowenstein, former Ambassador from the United States to the United Nations and Congressman from New York MEMORIAL FOR ALLARD LOWENSTEIN AT U.N. HEADQUARTERS A memorial service for Allard Lowenstein, former Ambassador from the U.S. to the United Nations and … Read more
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Birthday Celebration, Panama Foreign Minister, Illueca 1981 Sep 17
Members of the meditation group joined Foreign Minister Illueca of Panama and his family at the Panama Mission for a birthday celebration on 17 September 1981. As an expression of his Friendship) Sri Chinmoy p resented the Foreign Minister with … Read more
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Part 3-06D Jorge Illueca – (Compilation) decades long friendship with the Peace Meditation at the UN.
H.E Jorge Illueca, Former President of Panama and of 38th Session of UN General Assembly.participated in programmes and other events with Sri Chinmoy and members of the Peace Mediation Group since the 1970′s. We were sad to learn of his … Read more
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Part 3-06C Davidson Hepburn – (Compilation) Inspiring Friend of Peace Meditation at U.N. for over 3 decades.
Dr. Davidson Hepburn, the former Permanent Representative of the Bahamas of the United Nations and President (2009 – 2011) of General Conference of the Untied Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has been a great supporter of the Peace … Read more
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Swim 18, Charleston, South Carolina, USA, for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 09
During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more
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Ambssador Hepburn visits Aspiration Ground 2007 Jul
Ambassador Davidson Hepburn of the Bahamas visited Aspiration Ground in Queens on Jul 08 2007. He came to be with his long time friends Sri Chinmoy and members of the Meditation Group at the United Nations. Ambassador Hepburn … Read more
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Inauguration of Peace Meditation at USA Congress 01 Mar 1984
Some members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations were able to travel to Washington for the Inauguration of the Peace Meditation at USA Congress on 01 March 1984. The Washington Post covered the event in an article the … Read more
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Concert at U.N. by popular musician Carlos Santana 1980 Apr 07
7 April -The Mission of Panama and the Peace Meditation Group sponsored a free concert at the U.N. by popular musician Carlos Santana DEVADIP CARLOS SANTANA GIVES UNITED NATIONS CONCERT Devadip Carlos Santana treated the United Nations community to an … Read more
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Progamme Highlighting Regional Traditions : Latin American States 1981 Jul 07
During July 1981 the meditation group hosted a series of programmes at U.N. Headquarters high-lighting the cultural and spiritual traditions of the major regions of the world. The first of the series (focusing on the Latin American region) was held … Read more
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Re-dedication Norman Rockwell Mosaic at UN 2014 Feb 04 – More photos & reception
Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the UN were invited to be present for the Re-dedication of the Norman Rockwell Golden Rule Mosaic at UN on February 04 2014. They also attended the reception after the Event at the … Read more
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Pesident Elect Clinton of U.S.A. with Sri Chinmoy 1992 Nov 15
On November 15 1992, Sri Chinmoy met with President Clinton in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA. Below are photos from Occasion. Text to be added as available. Download PDF: 1992-11-nov-15-pres-clinton-meet-ckg Click on image below for larger or different Photo- Image:
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Swim 16, Wilmington, North Carolina, USA, for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 08
During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more
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Panama President, Aristides Royo, Reception Sep 1981
Sri Chinmoy was inspired to dedicate a song to the President of the Republic of Panama, Aristides Royo. During his first visit to New York on 29 and 30 September 1981, President Royo addressed the United Nations General Assembly, and … Read more
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1983 J. Illueca, Pres. UN General Assembly, U Thant Peace Award, Dec 03 DETAILS -PHOTOS
General Assembly President Dr. Jorge E. Illueca receives the Award from Sri Chinmoy : The Peace Meditation at the United Nations U THANT PEACE AWARD On 3 December 1983 Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations awarded Dr. … Read more
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EXCERPTS From Conversation: Jesse Owens and Sri Chinmoy 1972 Nov 04
EXCERPTS FROM A CONVERSATION BETWEEN JESSE OWENS AND SRI CHINMOY (See also refereed to in Programme 22 April 1980 in the UN Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium Trbute to Jesse Owens: tribute-to-olympic-and-human-rights-champion-jesse-owens-1980-apr-22/ On 4 November 1972, Sri Chinmoy met with former Olympic … Read more
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Birthday Surprise – Amb. Illueca Panama 17 Sep 1980
Members of the meditation group joined Panama Mission staff and members of Ambassador Illueca’s family for an impromptu and surprise birthday celebration in the Ambassador’s office on 17 September 1980. In gratitude for Ambassador Illueca’s kind encouragement, support and guidance, … Read more
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Swim 25, Panama City, & 26, Colon City, Panama for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 23
During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more
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Members of Meditation Group at U.N. share Transcontinental run experience 1976 Oct 13
A documentary Programme of music ans slides was shared with the UN community in Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium on 13 October. The programme was organized by the three members of the Peace Meditation at the UN who completed the 9,000 mile … Read more
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Swim 17, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina USA, for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 09
During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more
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A New Generation for Peace – Msgr. Thomas Hartman shares their story 1989 May 16
An organization committed to empowering young people around the world to be peacemakers Msgr. Thomas Hartman shares their story Msgr. Tom Hartman, Director of Radio and lV for the Diocese of Rockville Center, helped organize the first annual Youth Peace … Read more
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Songs dedicated to Jesse Owens – Performed 1980 Apr 22
Five songs dedicated to the immortal Jesse Owens by Sri Chinmoy Performed by the Peace Meditation Group Choir on 22 April 1980 in the United Nations Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium at : Tribute to Olympic and human rights champion, Jesse Owens … Read more
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Bahamas Motto set to Music 21 Nov 1979
Ambassador Hepburn again joined the Meditation Group during its 21 November 1979 meeting in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium for a meditation and the performance of The Bahamas motto recently set to music by Sri Chinmoy. See also earlier programme … Read more
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Peace Meditation Group Choir at 200th USA Thanksgiving, Valley Forge, 1977 Dec 18
Peace Meditation Group choir was invited to open historic commemoration of the 200th anniversary of America’s Thanksgiving Day in Valley Forge. The singers performed Sri Chinmoy’s Songs “World Gratitude” and “O My America” which marked the original Thanksgiving observed by … Read more
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Short Inspirational Talks at UN Secretariat Offices 1987 Nov 13
2 Talks at United Nations Headquarters – Highlights: Meditation : Mind, Heart, Life, Inner Pilot; Problems solve not only his own personal problems but also all the world’s problem About the United Nations : Self- Giving Severs, UN Soul, aspiring … Read more
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1985 – 1986 Cross Country USA Solo Peace Run ends at UN Hqs in NY 1986 Jan 24
Cheered on by diplomats, runners and friends, Bansidhar Medeiros completed his 3,200-mile coast-to-coast Peace Run Jan. 24 1986 at the plaza of the United Nations. His solo run, called ‘The Everest Aspiration-Journey,” was the first American sports event commemorating the … Read more
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Swim 19, Phoenix, Arizona, USA, for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 15
During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more
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PANAMA HONOURS, SRI CHINMOY BOWS
“PANAMA HONOURS, SRI CHINMOY BOWS “ Photos by Richard Howard and Lloyd Hart Copyright © 1981 by Sri Chinmoy Photos from Original booklet to be added at appropriate places in text below: See also individual page images and PDF-OCR format … Read more
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President Gorbachev visited Aspiration-Ground and museum NY 2006.
Members and friends of the Peace Meditation Group at the Unite Nations were Present when President Gorbachev visited Sri Chinmoy at Aspiration Ground meditation garden and museum in Queens, NY on Oct 15, 2006. More text and photos to … Read more
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Tribute Concert to the Bahamas 1980 Sep 05
Ambassador Davidson L. Hepburn, Permanent Representative of The Bahamas, treated diplomats and staff to a singing performance on 5 September 1980 in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium. Accompanying the Ambassador was acclaimed French concert pianist Olivier Greif, who also performed solo. … Read more
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Tribute to Nelson Rockefeller 2 Feb 1979
On 2 February 1979 United Nations diplomats and staff joined members of the Meditation Group in a tribute to Nelson Rockefeller, held in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium at New York Head-quarters. The programme opened with silent meditation led by Sri … Read more
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Ravi Shankar Memorial 2012 Dec 20
Members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations attended the Memorial for Ravi Shankar on 20 December 2012. It was held at the Self-Realization Fellowship in Encinitas, California. More text and photos to be added as available. Sri Chinmoy … Read more
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Swim 03, Fernandina Beach, Florida, USA for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 Feb 08
During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more
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Swim: 20, Tijuana, Mexico; & 21, San Diego, USA, for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 15
During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more
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Swim 30, Valdivia River, Valdivia, Chile, for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Dec 31
During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. … Read more
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Bicentennial Meditation in NYC Central Park: On, with, for America, 1976 Jul 04
NEW YORK- Sri Chinmoy conducted a 13-hour meditation in New York’s Central Park on July 4, culminating an 18-month Bicentennial offering to the American nation. Some Members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations joined in the event The … Read more
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Panama Foreign Minister, Dr. Illueca honoured, 1981 Feb 17
U.N. DIPLOMATS HONOUR PANAMANIAN FOREIGN MINISTER The international diplomatic community honoured Panamanian Foreign Minister Jorge Illueca at a U.N. ceremony sponsored by the peace meditation group on 17 February 1981. Dr. Illueca has been associated with the U.N. since the … Read more
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Woodrow Wilson and his Dream 12 Jan 1979 combine
combine two entries expand galleries -note other entry has excerpts from Sacred fire play.. Woodrow Wilson and His Dream 12 Jan 1979 Woodrow Wilson and His Dream 12 Jan 1979 On 12 January 1979 Sri Chinmoy Meditation at the United … Read more
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U Thant Peace Award presented to The Very Reverend James Parks Morton, 2001 Jul 31
U Thant Peace Award was presented to The Very Reverend James Parks Morton, President, The Interfaith Center of New York, and Dean Emeritus, The Cathedral of St. John the Divine – 31 July Also “Lifting Up the World with a … Read more
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Swim 04, Savannah Beach, Georgia, USA for UN Year of Peace, 1986 – Feb 08
During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more
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Swim 22, Santa Barbara; & 23, Santa Monica, California, USA, for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 16
During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more
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Programme in Support of UN Ideals Held in US Capital 13 Nov 1979
WASHINGTON – The Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations participated in a programme Nov. 13 for U.S.A.Senators and Congressmen whose careers have included stints at the U.N. The reception, which was co-hosted by Congressmen Benjamin Rosenthal (D-New York) an … Read more
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Dedication: USA Presidential yacht “Honey Fitz” as a Sri Chinmoy Peace Yacht, 25 Oct 1992
A number of members of the Peace Meditation were guests at a special Dedication of the USA Presidential yacht “Honey Fitz” as a Sri Chinmoy Peace Yacht.This yacht was used by five American Presidents., On the occasion included remarks by … Read more
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Observance of U.N. Day 1981 Oct 23
The Peace Meditation group observed United Nations Day with a programme in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium at U.N. Headquarters on 23 October. Guest speaker was H.E. Sra. Julia Tavares de Alvarez, Alternate Representative of the Dominican Republic to the United … Read more
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Swim 05 Jacksonville Beach, Florida, USA for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 Feb 09
During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more
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Swim 24, Ponteranas, Costa Rica, for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 22
During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more
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Re-dedication N. Rockwell Golden Rule Mosaic at UN 2014 Feb 04
Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the UN were invited to be present for the Re-dedication of the Norman Rockwell Golden Rule Mosaic at UN on February 04 2014. They also attended the reception after the Event at the … Read more