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Week 215: I Love Singing

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Songs:

– Peace – our surrender-traveller’s Universal passport
– When I Am My Peace-Empty Mind
– We Must Climb the Peace-Tree
– God Invites

Enjoy singing along with the audio recordings. These songs are composed by Sri Chinmoy and performed by his disciple Purnakama. Please click the links below to listen to or download the audio and song scores:

Track 1
Track 2
Track 3
Track 4
Song Scores

 

Lyrics:

1. Peace – our surrender-traveller’s Universal passport

Peace: our surrender-traveller’s
Universal passport.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘A Heart of Peace’ songbook


2. When I Am My Peace-Empty Mind

When I am my peace-empty mind,
God becomes His Joy-empty Heart.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘A Heart of Peace’ songbook


3. We Must Climb the Peace-Tree

We must climb the peace-tree
To pluck oneness-fruits.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘A Heart of Peace’ songbook


4. God Invites

God invites only a heart of peace
To participate in His Cosmic Game.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘A Heart of Peace’ songbook


For more of Sri Chinmoy’s published songs, visit the official website: www.srichinmoysongs.com.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

© 2025 Sri Chinmoy Centre

Week 214: I Love Singing

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Songs:

– Everybody’s Equal
– The Greatest News
– A Self-Transcendence-Mind
– Peace Reveals

Enjoy singing along with the audio recordings. These songs are composed by Sri Chinmoy and performed by his disciple Purnakama. Please click the links below to listen to or download the audio and song scores:

Track 1
Track 2
Track 3
Track 4
Song Scores

 

Lyrics:


1. Everybody’s Equal

When everybody is
Everybody’s equal,
The peace-heart blossoms.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘A Heart of Peace’ songbook


2. The Greatest News

As truth is the greatest news,
Peace is the best news.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘A Heart of Peace’ songbook


3. A Self-Transcendence-Mind

A self-transcendence-mind
        Has peace.
A oneness-heart is peace.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘A Heart of Peace’ songbook


4. Peace Reveals

Peace reveals
The absolute excellence
Of human life.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘A Heart of Peace’ songbook


For more of Sri Chinmoy’s published songs, visit the official website: www.srichinmoysongs.com.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

© 2025 Sri Chinmoy Centre

Video #294: Sri Chinmoy 12‑Hour, 24‑Hour & Midnight Marathon – Rockland Lake, NY, June 7–8, 2025

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A weekend of endurance, heart, and quiet determination unfolded at Rockland Lake State Park, as runners from across the region gathered for the Sri Chinmoy 12‑Hour, 24‑Hour, and Midnight Marathon.

Set on a peaceful 2.95-mile loop near New York City, this year’s race saw its largest turnout yet. Rain couldn’t dampen the spirit of the participants or the devotion of the volunteers who kept the course flowing smoothly through the night and into the next day.

Top Finishers:
• 24‑Hour (Men’s): François Decelles (Canada) – 114.99 miles
• 24‑Hour (Women’s): Gesiane Nascimento (NY) – 101.41 miles
• 12‑Hour (Men’s): Adrian Fernandez (NY/NJ) – 76.06 miles
• 12‑Hour (Women’s): Taylor Lippolis (NY) – 57.18 miles
• Midnight Marathon (Men’s): Yoseph Levin (NY) – 2:55:16 (new course record)
• Midnight Marathon (Women’s): Meghann Chyla (NY) – 4:56:48

Explore more info below:
• Race Info & Event Overview
• Official Race Results
• Free photo gallery with bib-tagged images

A heartfelt thank-you to all runners and volunteers for making this weekend an inspiring celebration of endurance, unity, and heartfelt achievement. We can’t wait to gather again under the stars at Rockland Lake!

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

News #37: Sri Chinmoy’s Art Inspires Peace in Australia

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A vibrant new exhibition of Jharna‑Kala – also known as “Fountain Art” – by renowned peace visionary Sri Chinmoy has opened at the Manjimup Art Gallery in Western Australia. Running until June  21 invites visitors to immerse themselves in colorful, soulful paintings crafted during his meditative practice. These artworks, inspired by inner peace and harmony, offer a serene contrast to Manjimup’s lush forests and rich agricultural backdrop.

Celebrated locally in the Manjimup‑Bridgetown Times, the exhibition highlights how these expressive pieces bring a global message of unity and reflection to this welcoming regional community.

Manjimup Art Gallery, located next to the public library in the town’s heart, offers free admission daily, making it accessible to all who wish to explore the profound message woven into each brushstroke. Visitors and locals alike are encouraged to experience the peace that flows from these meditative creations—proving that art can indeed be a bridge to inner harmony.

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News #36: Speedy Steeds 5K | Sri Chinmoy’s Summer 5K Series – London, June 10, 2025

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On June 10, 2025, the Speedy Steeds 5K kicked off Sri Chinmoy’s Summer 5K Series at Battersea Park, London. The Tuesday evening race began at 7 PM on a flat, well-marked course—perfect for runners of all levels.

Over 340 runners took part, bringing warmth, determination, and community spirit to the event. Huge congratulations to all participants, with standout performances by:

  • Clare Elms, who set a new British Women’s 60+ 5K record in 18:20
  • Seyfu Jamaal, who won in 14:31
  • Adedeji Oluwatosin, with a personal best of 14:54 (2nd place)
  • Helen Gaunt, the first female finisher in 16:40
  • SLH juniors: Gabriella Booth (first U16 girl) and Wilfred Hughes (first U16 boy, running 16:51)

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This event was a beautiful blend of athletic achievement, community, and joy. Thank you to all the runners and volunteers—you made it unforgettable. We can’t wait to see everyone at the next race!

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