Category: Jharna Kala & Art Exhibitions

News #51: Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run to Celebrate UN International Day of Peace in Italy – September 20–23, 2025

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This September, the Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run will mark the UN International Day of Peace with a special four-day journey through Italy, from September 20–23, 2025.

The 11th edition of the Peace Run in Italy will begin in Rome, known as the “Capital of Peace”, where over 5,000 peace-themed drawings by children will be displayed. The official inauguration will take place in Florence, in the historic Salone dei Cinquecento, a venue rarely opened to outside organisations and full of artistic and cultural resonance.

From there, the Peace Run will continue through Viareggio, Pietrasanta, Sant’Anna di Stazzema, and will conclude in Lerici, on the breathtaking Gulf of Poets. Each location will host events featuring community participation, silent meditations, ceremonial gatherings, and children’s peace activities.

This year’s Peace Run promises to be a vibrant celebration of harmony, creativity, and oneness, bringing together people of all backgrounds in a shared aspiration for a more peaceful world.

For more information:
Official Peace Run Website: www.peacerun.org.
Learn more about Sri Chinmoy: 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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Video #289: Jharna-Kala Exhibition in Bali 2025 – Celebrating 50 Years of Art for Peace

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On January 30, 2025, the Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA) in Ubud, Bali, hosted a special exhibition of Sri Chinmoy’s Jharna-Kala paintings, marking the 50th anniversary of his artistic journey. The exhibition, themed “Paintings for Peace and World Harmony,” showcased over a dozen abstract acrylic works, many displayed in Bali for the first time.
“Jharna-Kala,” meaning “Fountain-Art” in Bengali, reflects Sri Chinmoy’s spontaneous and meditative approach to painting. He began this artistic expression in 1974, creating vibrant artworks that have been exhibited worldwide, including at the United Nations and the Carrousel du Louvre.
The Bali exhibition not only celebrated Sri Chinmoy’s artistic legacy but also his deep connection to the island, which he visited multiple times and was honored for his contributions to peace and spirituality.

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News #28: “Art for Peace” Exhibition by Sri Chinmoy Opens at Manjimup Art Gallery, Australia

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Manjimup, WA – May 24, 2025 — The Manjimup Art Gallery is hosting the “Art for Peace” exhibition, showcasing the meditative artworks of Indian spiritual teacher and artist Sri Chinmoy. Running from May 24 to June 21, 2025, the exhibition invites visitors to experience a collection of vibrant, abstract paintings created in a state of deep meditation, aiming to inspire inner peace and harmony.

Sri Chinmoy, who began painting in 1974, described his art as Jharna-Kala, or “Fountain-Art,” symbolizing creativity that flows from within. His works have been exhibited globally, including at the United Nations Headquarters in New York and the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris.

The Manjimup Art Gallery, located alongside the Public Library at the corner of Mount and Rose Streets, is open Monday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Admission to the exhibition is free.

For more information about the exhibition and the gallery, visit Manjimup Art Gallery.

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

News #10: Arma Museum hosts art reception honoring Sri Chinmoy in Ubud

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On January 30, the Arma Museum in Ubud, Bali, held an elegant reception celebrating the art of Sri Chinmoy. Co-hosted by museum founder Mr. Agung Rai and Ranjana Ghose, the event honored Sri Chinmoy’s artistic legacy. A special highlight was the presentation of the Sri Chinmoy Culture-Light Award to renowned Balinese artist and scholar, Professor I Wayan Dibia, in recognition of his cultural contributions.

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.