Meditation at UN – Vo 08, No 08; 27 Aug 1980, Bulletin

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August 1980 report on events

Introductory Note ……… .. … .. .. . … …. 1

U.N. Charter Day Observed . .. . . .. .. .. . . ….. 2

International Women’s Day Reception ………. 7

Women Working in International Affairs Honoured . .. . . …. …………………. 15

Memorial for Allard Lowenstein at U. N. Headquarters …….. . .. .. . .. …. 18

International Literacy Day .. … . . ….. …… 24

Congratulations, Ambassador Rossides . . .. . . .. 27

Tribute Programmes ….. … . … . … …… 32

  • observed Dag  Hammarskjold’s birthday (29 July 1900) and the showing of the film “Portrait of Dag Hammarskjold,
  • “Salute to World Labour” and discussion about the role of the international civil servant at the United Nations.
  • issues facing the 34th General Assembly

Meditation and Spiritual Philosophy … . .. …. 33

  • -My Body Wants to Sleep
  • -Man’s Inner Philosophy
  • – Philosophy, Religion and Yoga
  • – Questions and Answers on Expectation

 

 

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TRIBUTE PROGRAMMES
In late summer of 1979 the meditation group held several tribute programmes where delegates and staff met at Headquarters for discussions and viewing of films.

On 31 July the meditation group observed Dag  Hammarskjold’s birthday (29 July 1900) with a tribute offered by Mr. Donald Keys} President of Planetary Citizens} and the showing of the film “Portrait of Dag Hammarskjold} ” which is an interview with the late Secretary-General by premier British journalist Alistair Cooke. The programme
also included readings from Hammarskjold’s writings in both English and Swedish} as well as two songs dedicated to him by Sri Chinmoy.

On 7 September a “Salute to World Labour” included the viewing of an excellent film provided by the International Labor Organization and readings and discussion about the role of the international civil servant at the United Nations.

On 17 September issues facing the 34th General Assembly were discussed} and an excellent publication by UNA -USA, Issues before the 34th General Assembly of the United Nations, was available for purchase by staff at a discount price.

About the  Bulletin, Motto, Meditation Group at UN and Sri Chinmoy.

REGULAR WEEKLY SCHEDULE

  • TUESDAY (weekly) – HOUR OF SILENT  MEDITATION  ,
  • THURSDAY (monthly) – DAG HAMMARSKJOLD LECTURE SERIES ,
  • FRIDAY (weekly)- SHORT MEDITATION, TALK, QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

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