Category: Sri Chinmoy Centre Activity

Video #249: Blue Flower – A Joyful Song for the Christmas Spirit

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“Tomar Amar Majhkhane” is a simple and sweet song composed by Sri Chinmoy and arranged by Blue Flower. Its joyful and festive feel makes it perfect for this time of the year – around Christmas and New Year.

This is a live recording of Blue Flower performing the song in Salzburg in September 2024.

Lyric:
Tomar amar majhkhane
Dharai ke aj ke jane

Translation:
Nobody on earth
Knows what was born between You and me,
And what abides between us today.

Discover more music from Blue Flower Group here: fanlink.tv/i8em
To find out more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit the official website: www.srichinmoy.org

Video #248: Blue Flower – Сoncert in Salzburg, Austria

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Experience an enchanting performance by Blue Flower, featuring 14 songs composed by Sri Chinmoy, in the stunning Marionette Theater of Salzburg, Austria. This concert, held on September 20, 2024, was part of a three-city tour through Ljubljana, Salzburg, and Munich.

Special thanks:

  • Video: Sandro Zincarini
  • Sound: Komal Berg

Discover more music from Blue Flower Group here: fanlink.tv/i8em
To find out more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit the official website: www.srichinmoy.org

News #6: Jharna-Kala Art exhibit opens in Oradea

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Art enthusiasts and peace lovers have a reason to celebrate as the Sri Chinmoy Jharna-Kala art exhibition opened its doors in Romania on November 19th. The exhibition, which will run for three weeks, is hosted in the iconic Madách Passage of the Bazar Building in Oradea, just a few meters from the popular Madal Café, which is also located in the same building.

The Madách Passage is a vibrant, open gallery space administrated by Oradea Heritage, an organization known for warmly welcoming a variety of cultural and artistic events. Open throughout the day, the passage serves as a bustling corridor connecting two streets, offering visitors a unique chance to experience art as part of their daily routine.

For more information about Sri Chinmoy Art, visit the official website: www.srichinmoyart.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

Video #247: Thanksgiving Inspiration by Sri Chinmoy

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During the last week of November, as America celebrates Thanksgiving, we are reminded of the profound themes of thankfulness and gratitude. In honor of this special time, we are delighted to share a newly released video showcasing Sri Chinmoy’s timeless writings on these topics.

This heartfelt video was produced by Vyavasayaha.

To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

News #5: Sri Chinmoy Jharna-Kala Day in Ottawa

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Photo on the left: Sri Chinmoy painting his first artwork.
Photo on the right: Ranjana and Pratyaya with Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe holding the Proclamation.

Fifty years ago, Sri Chinmoy created his first artwork in the West, marking the beginning of Jharna-Kala (‘Fountain-Art’), in Room 233 at the Sheraton El Mirador Hotel, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. For the first time, he signed his artwork with his initials C.K.G. (Chinmoy Kumar Ghose), the monogram he would use throughout his artistic career.

Text of the Proclamation:

SRI CHINMOY JHARNA-KALA DAY
November 19th, 2024

WHEREAS, the City of Ottawa celebrates the 50th anniversary of global peace ambassador Sri Chinmoy’s Jharna-Kala Art, dedicated to world peace and harmony; and

WHEREAS, renowned spiritual leader and humanitarian Sri Chinmoy created his first painting while visiting Ottawa on November 19, 1974, and went on to complete over 200,000 paintings and 16 million peace-bird drawings, which have been exhibited in prestigious galleries worldwide; and

WHEREAS, Sri Chinmoy dedicated his life to serving humanity through bi-weekly Peace Meditations at the United Nations, the global Peace Run torch relay, 700 Peace Concerts, 1,500 books of inspirational writings, and Jharna-Kala paintings for world peace; and

WHEREAS, Sri Chinmoy has inspired and encouraged people throughout the world to find peace and happiness in their own lives;

THEREFORE, I, Mark Sutcliffe, Mayor of the City of Ottawa, do hereby proclaim November 19th, 2024, Sri Chinmoy Jharna-Kala Day in Ottawa.

For more information about Sri Chinmoy Art, visit the official website: www.srichinmoyart.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

Video #246: Arthada & Friends: Nami Juga Avatar

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Arthada & Friends have released their 11th album Nami Juga Avatar featuring 14 devotional songs by Sri Chinmoy. This 2023 collection, running 62 minutes, includes two versions of the popular mantra Tejo Hasi, a YouTube favorite with 170,000+ views.

Tracklist:
00:00 Bangalir Gan
05:02 Tejo Hasi
09:28 Twenty-First Century
13:12 Chatragramer Shishu Ami
17:02 Ami Haste Chahi
21:41 Malay Paban
25:53 Aghater Par
30:28 Amar Bishal
33:34 He Param Pita Kare Lage Bhalo
36:50 Jadi Bhabi Toma
41:58 Dekha Tomar Paina Kabhu
45:37 Shuno Shuno Bishwa Basi
49:59 Nami Juga Avatar
54:52 Tejo Hasi

A highlight is Chatragramer, arranged by guitarist Adem, with sitar, oud, and Dan Bau adding a unique touch. The album features talented musicians, including guest vocalist Mirjam Wendl and longtime member Pratul.

Celebrating nearly 35 years of music, the group continues to share joy and devotion through their art. 

To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

Video #244. A New World Of Peace Concert – Philadelphia, August 29, 2024

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Experience the serene and uplifting melodies of A New World of Peace, a special concert held on August 29, 2024, at the historic Church of the Holy Trinity in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This performance celebrates the timeless songs of Sri Chinmoy, offering a profound message of harmony and unity through words and music.

To find out more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit the official website: www.srichinmoy.org

Video #243: Shamita Achenbach-Konig – 3100 Miles

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Here’s an inspiring interview with Shamita, a dedicated member of the Sri Chinmoy Centre, recorded just two days before she completed her 3,100-mile solo run in Vienna, Austria. Shamita accomplished this incredible feat in 49 days, 9 hours, 56 minutes, and 7 seconds on October 28, 2024.

For more information about races, visit the official website: www.srichinmoyraces.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

News #4: Borough President Richards at Sri Chinmoy Art Exhibit

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Photo: Borough President Richards with Sri Chinmoy Centre members at the Jharna-Kala exhibit, Borough Hall.

An exhibit of Sri Chinmoy’s artwork was displayed in the hall, with large, colorful canvases set alongside a cutout of the Goddess Lakshmi. The exhibit was well-received, with many guests taking photos in front of the display as a memento of the evening. Borough President Richards also admired the paintings and requested a photo with members of the Sri Chinmoy Centre. 

To find out more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit the official website: www.srichinmoy.org