Sri Chinmoy:
The Peace Meditation at the United Nations

 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 delegates from 80 countries joined in the second Peace Walk for United Nations Charter Day, … Read more →

 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 of World Peace will be held from 1:00-1:07 pm Eastern Standard Time on United Nations … Read more →

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 Nations. It has taken him to the far corners of the globe capturing the imagination … Read more →

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 October 24th 1986. UN Day had special importance for many participants this year because 1986 … Read more →

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 newspaper coverage of the concert: Cologne , Germany 3/26/84; 9000 to THE COLOGNE S~SPORTHALLE. By … Read more →

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 celebration of the 40th anniversary of the U.N. Below is a report from a Japanese  … Read more →

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 next day on the front page of one its sections.  Sponsored by Rep. Joseph P. … Read more →

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 meditate with and listen to Sri Chinmoy Kumar Ghose, a spiritual leader from India. who … Read more →

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 in order to change it.” The main them covers the Upcoming Peace concert in Hartford … Read more →

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? What type of issues do you deal with? What type of people come to see … Read more →

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 “A” Prayer for Peace than “The” Prayer for peace in each of the faiths represented… … Read more →

    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 Nations General Assembly, Jorge lllueca of Panama. received the U Thant Puce Award from Sri … Read more →

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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 a book of songs he had composed. “God bless you and your divine activities,” the … Read more →

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 Hammarskjold as Secretary-General in 1961 Professor Kusumita P. Pedersen, PhD. Sri Chinmoy (1931-2007) Leader of … Read more →

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 year, Seven Minutes of World Peace will be held from 1:00-1:07 pm Eastern Standard Time … Read more →

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 mention of the Secretary General Javier Perez de Cuellar and his message of support: “Your … Read more →

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 attended the twice weekly Peace Meditation at the UN, led by Sri Chinmoy would often … Read more →

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 Minutes. Adhiratha Keefe is a 38 year old Staff Member of the United Nations Children’s … Read more →

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. On 12 February they provided the midday musical interlude in the Trusteeship Council. In 1970, … Read more →

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 to the Indian Ambassador to Thailand, H.E. Vinay Verma, being lifted by Sri Chinmoy in … Read more →

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 Interfaith Event a the UN in 1976.   Gallery :    

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 special years “1995-25-an” = 25th Anniversary of Peace Meditation at the UN and 50th Anniversary … Read more →

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 – many in support of UN day, Charter Day;  opening of the UNGA, or interfaith events.. … Read more →

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 friends attended these performances in tribute the United Nations. A number of the Peace Meditation … Read more →

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 principals  and goals , there is a discussion of the work of Sri Chinmoy for … Read more →

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 to the UN and peace at a programme entitled “Yoga and the UN Culture of Peace.” … Read more →

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 the GA lobby (wide shot)> Sri Chinmoy offered a peace concert Dec. 8 in the … Read more →

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 and Concerts Jharna-Kala Artist Service to the United Nations Weightlifter, Runner and Athlete Humanitarian Service … Read more →

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 and story related to the Indian Ambassador of Thailand being lifted by Sri Chinmoy. Download … Read more →

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 the West, humility and devotion are the birthright of the East, and the combination of … Read more →

“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 the Gandhi Universal Harmony Award Friday night in New York. The award is presented by … Read more →

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 1990-06-jun-18-time-mag-ckg-gorbachev-masthead-crp 1990-06-jun-18-time-mag-ckg-gorbachev Click on image below for larger or different resolution Photo – Image:

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

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 1990-07-jul-16-New-York-Magazine-CKG-Mandalla-meet-crp Click on image below for larger or different resolution Photo – Image:

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 PDF: 1999-04-apr-05-Sports-Illustrated-ckg-lifts-mandela-issue-cover 1999-04-apr-05-Sports-Illustrated-ckg-lifts-mandela 1999-04-apr-05-Sports-Illustrated-ckg-lifts-mandela-photo-story Click on image below for larger or different resolution Photo – … Read more →

…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

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 on image below for a larger or different resolution Photo – Image:

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

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 thumbnail small photo for entry and — links to be hot AAA-   xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx https://www.srichinmoypeacemeditationatun.org/1975/07/24/interfaith-observance-of-national-day-of-prayer-by-united-nations-and-ny-community/ Interfaith … Read more →

“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:

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 Leader Sri Chinmoy- one song in Dr. King ‘s honour and two using Dr. King’s … Read more →

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 quoted a line ” A Bud is not a flower” . This phrase  is from … Read more →

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 of the United Nations Charter with speeches in San Francisco yesterday. Here, diplomats and staff … Read more →

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 of preamble to United Nations charter during eighth annual Peace Walk In UN rose garden … Read more →

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. Other guests settled themselves in the chairs ranged round the room while a young woman … Read more →

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 : “right of People to peace” Meanwhile  a group of about 100 U.N. staff and delegates … Read more →

 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 Adhiratha Kevin Keefe, United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) staff member, member of the Peace Meditation … Read more →