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1984 Peace Walk for UN Charter Day June 25 & 26
Some 275 UN staff and delegates from 80 countries in the Peace Walk. Mr. W. Almoslechner, Austria, receives a copy of the Charter of the United Nations from Ambassador Jacobs, Antigua and Barbuda. SOME 275 UN staff and … Read more
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1984 Seven Minutes of World Peace – Oct 24
To Join Humanity in Peace WHAT IS IT? Seven Minutes of World Peace is a global observance of peace that will join together simultaneously individuals, groups and organizations around the world for seven minutes of silence. This year, Seven Minutes … Read more
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Pilgram of Peace – Concerts – report from Bombay India 1986 Jul 23
Mention of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations as part of inspiration for Peace Concerts around the world: FREE PRESS BULLETIN Bombay, India July 23, 1986 Sri Chinmoy began his pilgrimage of peace 16 years ‘ago, in the United … Read more
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In Support of 41st Anniversary on UN Day 1986 – Oct 24
A number of friends and relatives of members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations cooperated with other organizations to support various events around the world to call attention to the Forty First Anniversary of the United Nations on … Read more
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Cologne Germany Concert for 9000, 1984 mar 24
A number of the members of the Peace Meditation at the United nations ere able to travel to Cologne, Germany for a very large Concert of meditative music performed by Sri Chinmoy on 24 March 1984. Below is extract of … Read more
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Peace Concert for UN 40th Anniversary in Hiroshima at start International Year of Peace: 1986 Jan 05
Members of the Peace Meditation at the UN were able to travel to Japan and be part of the Peace activities there at he beginning of the International Year of Peace proclaimed by the United nations for 1986 and in … 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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NY Times: Many Find Message at UN brings Peace. Nov 1971
NY Times Excerpts from 8 November 1971: About 100 men and women, some dressed In costumes of distant homelands, file Into the quiet chapel of the interdenominational Church Center, just across the street from the United Nations … There they … Read more
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Quiet Quest to Sow Peace – Hartford Courent covers Concert and Peace -1985-Dec-04
United Nations Assistant Secretary-General Robert Muller and Sri Chinmoy appear in main Photo in the “Hartford Courant” newspaper of Connecticut, USA 04 December 1985. The article has a number of quotations from Sri Chinmoy such as “We accept the world … Read more
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Sri Chinmoy on efforts at UN – Excerpt from interview by Le Monde Paris, Sept 1984
SRI CHINMOY ON HIS EFFORTS AT THE UNITED NATIONS An Excerpt from an interview by LE MONDE Paris, September 1984 LE MONDE: Since 1970 you have been the leader of a meditation group at the United Nations. What is its purpose? … Read more
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VIDEO Prayer-Breakfast – 3rd Draft Script, 31 July 1989
Possible use as idea or background for future project: This text would required some insert of references to prayers mentioned or quoted for the different faiths if to be adapted or used in various media or contexts: Better to use … 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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2000′s brochure: Sri Chinmoy : the Peace Meditation at the UN
Not certain of exact date first issued – possibly towards end of 1990′s begin 2000′s Download PDF: 2000-12-dec-27-brochure-sc-peace-med-at-un 2000-12-dec-27-brochure-sc-peace-med-at-un-ocr Click on image below for larger or different resolution photo – Image:
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1990′s brochure: Sri Chinmoy : the Peace Meditation at the UN
Not certain of exact date first issued – possibly towards end of 1980’s begin 1990’s Download PDF: 1990-12-dec-27-brochure-sc-peace-med-at-un-ocr 1990-12-dec-27-brochure-sc-peace-med-at-un Click on image below for larger or different resolution photo – Image:
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Meeting with Pope John Paul II in Vatican 1987 Oct 14
On the 13th of October 1987, Sri Chinmoy opened and closed the 5 p.m. mass at St. Peter’s Basilica with a performance on the Vatican organ. On the 14th he met with Pope John Paul II, presenting the Pontiff with … Read more
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“Meditation at the UN” – Article in CENTERPOINT NOW Magazine 2014
This article published by the World Council of Peoples for the United Nations quotes or refers to : Jan Eliasson, Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations since June 2012, Dag Hammarskj, second UN Secretary-General, …. U Thant. who succeeded Dag … Read more
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Seven Minutes of World Peace – Summary 2014 Jan
Draft under construction – for edit consolidation and links to related Seven Minutes of World Peace is a global observance of peace that will join together simultaneously individuals, groups and organizations around the world for seven minutes of silence. This … Read more
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Peace Run 1989 announced – UN SG quote included in Thailand Dec 1988
Some members of Sri Chinmoy: the Peace Meditation at he United Nations were in Thailand at the end of 1988. On Dec 24th “The Nation” discussed the very successful Peace run in 1987 and the plans for 1989. It included … Read more
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Cartoon – “Secret Meditation Break at the U.N.” early 1980’s?
This cartoon was on a staff members wall for many years with the caption written in – “Secret Meditation Break at the U.N.” It was said to be put up in response to the fact that many of those who … Read more
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Channel Swim 10 Sep 1985 – for UN 40th: New York Daily News and other coverage
A member of the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations successfully swam across the channel between England and France in honour of the 40th anniversary of the United Nations on 10th September of 1985 in 14 hours and 51 … Read more
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World Interfaith Harmony: Vital for Peace and Development Wednesday, 12 Feb 2014
10 am – 1 pm Trusteeship Chamber, United Nations, New York Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations Choir has performed for many years at the UN, and other venues around the world, songs composed by Sri Chinmoy. … Read more
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The Nation, Thailand : Indian Ambassador part of Oneness Heart Lift 1988 Dec 25
Sri Chinmoy the leader of the Peace Meditation Group at the UN in New York was traveling in Thailand with some others from the group and others from various locations around the world. This article featured a photo and story related … Read more
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Interview by Father Tom Hartman with Sri Chinmoy about Mother Teresa Sep 1997
add photos and text as appropriate” Mother Teresa had received the U Thant Peace award and Father Tom had attended a number of the Meetings of the Peace Meditation at the UN Sri Chinmoy first met Mother Teresa at an … Read more
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Peace Meditation at UN -Sample Brochures 1970s to 1990s
Could be organized differently: eg. by year latest first? or latest last? or by format: “2 UP” =scanned with two pages facing up “3Fold” = scanned both sides. the one page, 2 sided sheet was then folded in thirds. or … Read more
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Sample Media mention of Peace Meditation 1975 -1995
Below are some samples of various expressed interest in the peace meditations at the UN and the related activities the members. Most related to support for goals of UN as well as peace walks and runs at various locations – … Read more
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BVB World Music Festival – For UN’s 50th 1995 Aug 25
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan – World Music Festival – For UN’s 50th 1995 Aug 25 Sri Chinmoy opened the World Music Festival with his prayer song. Many members of the Peace Meditation group at he UN along with their family and … Read more
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Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan JOURNAL – For UN’s 50th 1995 Aug 31
Front cover and many articles related to the United Nations and spiritual values highlighted the BHAVAN’S JOURNAL VOI. :42 NO :2 AUGUST 31 , 1995 Our Cover : United Nations – 50th Anniversary In additon to articles on the UN … Read more
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Yoga and the UN Culture of Peace at NYHQ 2016-Oct-28
Members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations attended and participated in the event on 28 Oct 2016 described below: Report Excerpted from: http://www.srichinmoybio.co.uk/news/united-nations/yoga-and-the-un-culture-of-peace/ The Sri Chinmoy Choir had the honour of performing arrangements of Sri Chinmoy’s songs dedicated … Read more
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Peace Meditation leader at UN, “in Context” examples & photos
In response to queries regarding some photos of Sri Chinmoy at various events in the United Nations Community we created this draft page to be updated with links to related programmes added as time and resources allow…Enjoy,,,, Concert in … Read more
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Sri Chinmoy, Dreamer of World-Oneness – Summary sheet of some activities
After his passing in 2007, A short 2 page summary with some photos was produced that showed the wide breath of Sri Chinmoys activites beyond his leadership of the Peace Meditation at the UN. Highlights included: Literature and Lectures Music … Read more
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The Nation, Thailand covers lift of Indian Ambassador 1988 Dec 25
Sri Chinmoy the leader of the Peace Meditation Group at the UN in New York was traveling in Thailand with some members from the peace meditation group and others from various locations around the world. This article featured a photo … Read more
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Interview with United Press International, 15 Jun 1977
Sri Chinmoy was interviewed at the United Nations by a reporter from the worldwide news service, United Press International, 15 June 1977 Following are excerpts from that interview: UPI: You said once that honesty and frankness are the birthright of … Read more
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Houston Chronicle: Coretta Scott King and Sri Chinmoy share Harmony Award 1994 Oct 30
“Newsmakers – Tribute to peace” photo of Coretta Scott King and Sri Chinmoy at award ceremony. Tribute to peace Civil rights activist Coretta Scott King, left, and New York resident Sri Chinmoy share a moment · together after they received … Read more
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Time Magazine: Sri Chinmoy and President Gorbachev 1990 Jun 18
Time Magazine included a mention of the meeting between President Gorbachev and Sri Chinmoy the leader of the Peace Meditations Group at the United Nations in their “Grapevine” section on June 18, 1990 Download PDF 1990-06-jun-18-time-mag-ckg-gorbachev-text-01 1990-06-jun-18-time-mag-ckg-gorbachev-text-02 … Read more
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Macleans – Two Compassionate Hearts: Pres. Gorbachev,Sri Chinmoy 1990 Jun 18
Canada News magazine covers what it called a “Peaceful meeting” between Mikhail Gorbachev and Sri Chinmoy . Download PDF 1990-06-jun-18-macleans-ckg-gorbachev-masthead-crp 1990-06-jun-18-macleans-ckg-gorbachev-masthead-date 1990-06-jun-18-macleans-ckg-gorbachev-open-title 1990-06-jun-18-macleans-ckg-gorbachev-photo 1990-06-jun-18-macleans-ckg-gorbachev-photo-cap 1990-06-jun-18-macleans-ckg-gorbachev-text 1990-06-jun-18-macleans-ckg-gorbachev 1990-06-jun-18-macleans-ckg-gorbachev-masthead Click on image below for larger or different resolution Photo – Image
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New York Magazine – Sri Chinmoy and Nelson Mandela at U.N. 1990 July 16
New York Magazine on 16 July 1990, highlighted the meeting of Sri Chinmoy, leader of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations with Nelson Mandela after his speech to the U.N. General Assembly. Download PDF 1990-07-jul-16-New-York-Magazine-CKG-Mandalla-meet-photo 1990-07-jul-16-New-York-Magazine-CKG-Mandalla-meet-text 1990-07-jul-16-New-York-Magazine-CKG-Mandalla-meet-text-2 1990-07-jul-16-New-York-Magazine-CKG-Mandalla-meet … Read more
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Sports Illustrated : Mandela Lifted by Sri Chinmoy, 1999 Apr 05
Sri Chinmoy, Leader of the Peace Meditation at the United nations was featured in the USA Magazine: Sports Illustrated of 05 April 1999. It included a photo of South African President, Nelson Mandela, being lifted by the meditation teacher. Download … Read more
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People Magazine on Sri Chinmoy – Hope of Path to Paradise 1976 Jan 18
…Writes, Paints and holds out a hope of path to Paradise…. Download PDF: 1976-01-jan-18-people-magazine-sri-chinmoy-text 1976-01-jan-18-people-magazine-sri-chinmoy Click on image below for larger or different resolution Photo – Images
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N.Y. Times: Angels Church Meditation with Sr Chinmoy 1976 Feb 01
The New York Times mentioned the peace Meditation at the United Nations and the Dag Hammarskjold Lectures in it article of 01 February 1976 concerning meditation at All angles Church in Manhattan. Download a PDF: 1976-02-feb-01-ny-times-ckg-angles-church-meditation-photo 1976-02-feb-01-ny-times-ckg-angles-church-meditation-text 1976-02-feb-01-ny-times-ckg-angles-church-meditation-top Click … Read more
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Time magazine of Meditation Group leader and Pres. Gorbachev 1991 Jul 20
The 1991 July 20 Issue of USA’s Time Magazine had mention of Sri Chinmoy and President Gorbachev meeting Download PDF: 1991-07-jul-20-time-mag-ckg-gorbachev-clip-spiritual-aid-photo 1991-07-jul-20-time-mag-ckg-gorbachev-clip-spiritual-aid-txt 1991-07-jul-20-time-mag-cover-ckg-gorbachev 1991-07-jul-20-time-mag-ckg-gorbachev Click image below for larger or different format Photo-Image
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Draft with links -Media coverage relate to Meditation Group & Sri Chinmoy, SUMMARY 2014
here are links to some NYT and other media mention of Sri Chinmoy related activities. links usually have excerpts and scanned original. -sometimes the excerpt seems the best to Highlight what most important or interesting….. To be reformatted, consider add … Read more
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Prayers for Peace- Washington Post – 1984 March 02 – USA Congress
“Mystic Sri Chinmoy’s Congressional Meditation” Link to PDF –grey scale scan from photocopy Variation of format for different editions layout of print version located:
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Martin Luther King: Humanity’s Aspiration-Hero – PHOTOS 1977 Nov 29
On 29 November 1977, Mrs. Coretta Scott King joined diplomats and staff in a meditation and tribute at U.N. Headquarters honouring her husband, the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Meditation Group Choir sang three songs composed by Group … Read more
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Meditation Group member statement in GA Hall includes “Bud is not a Flower” 1990 Mar 27
A member of the Sri Chinmoy: the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations spoke in a meeting of UN, UNICEF and UNDP community held in the UN General Assembly Hall in March of 1990. During his remarks Adhiratha Keefe … Read more
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1985 Peace Walk for U.N.Charter Day, Jun 25 – 26
Excerpt from Report of: The New York Times NEW YORK, THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 1985 NEW YORK Day by Day Walking for Peace Some talked, in New York they walked . The Secretary General and other diplomats marked the -10th anniversary … Read more
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1990 Peace Walk for U.N.Charter Day, Jun 25 – 26
Since 1983 United Nations delegates and staff have taken a moment from their busy schedules to express their hopes for world peace by participating in the Peace Walks From the NY Daily News: “REPRESENTATIVES of Egypt and Fiji carry copy … Read more
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Sri Chnmoy’s Followers at UNICEF – Staff News, Aug-Sep 1983
Some forty odd people gathered in Conference Room B at the UN. Among them were women, conspicuous in pale flowered-print sarees and men, practically indistinguishable from the others, but whose faces are probably more earnest and whose hair is closer-cropped. … Read more
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1986 Seven Minutes of World Peace – UN Day – Associated Press – 24 Oct: 25 countries participate
See Associated Press article toward end of post below Some Highlights of AP Article: Secretary-General Message, The General Assembly Delegations observed the day by [passing 2 resolutions: : Continue efforts beyond year of Peace (1986); + other delegations : … Read more
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Community appreciates (Meditation Group member): muggers’ Nemesis, NY Daily News, 1981 Dec 27
FACES & PLACES Gentle giant becomes a nemesis of muggers Below find article in the NY daily news and the remarks by recipient of commendation from local community association. link to pdf – Grey scale scan of photocopy … Read more