On 3 November 1978 Sri Chinmoy Meditation at the United Nations sponsored a programme in honour of Liberia on the anniversary of its joining the United Nations on 2 November 1945. The “Liberia Day” celebration featured guest speaker Ambassador David M. Thomas of Liberia and a short film about a human settlement project in Liberia . An excerpt from Ambassador Thomas’ talk follows.
Reference Note, For more details and photos see Also: “Liberia Day” Celebration ARTICLE which appeared in the November1978 Bulletin “Meditation at the United Nations”
Ambassador David M. Thomas, Permanent Representative of Liberia to the United Nations: In the midst of the many complex problems with which the United Nations is confronted, it is good that there is an opportunity for meditation. It is my firm conviction that since man as a human being is also spiritual, it is necessary for him to keep in touch with the Supreme Being, the Source of life and all the blessings that may be bestowed upon it. It is necessary also to seek guidance and help from this Source of spiritual power.
As a Christian I firmly believe in the Golden Rule which was enunciated by Jesus. Regardless of whatever religion one may espouse, it is my belief that unless the United Nations as well as all other organisations adopts the principle of the Golden Rule, “Do unto others what you would have them do unto you,” I am afraid that it will fall short of the goal it has set for itself: to maintain peace and security.
Although the United Nations has not found a remedy and solution to all the international crises and problems that have arisen from time to time, yet , it has done well in containing them. We still believe that at present it offers the best hope of the peoples of the world to discuss and peacefully resolve their differences. To this Liberia is firmly committed.
Thank you.
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Reference Note, For more details and photos see Also: “Liberia Day” Celebration ARTICLE which appeared in the November1978 Bulletin “Meditation at the United Nations”