O My Heart #5: Sri Chinmoy Songs sung by Tanima

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Welcome to this series sharing four beautiful songs from Sri Chinmoy’s “O My Heart” collection. Sri Chinmoy wrote thousands of heartfelt songs full of hope, thanks, and inner light. They’re simple melodies that speak straight to your heart, helping you feel calm, peaceful, and a little brighter – whether you’re meditating, relaxing, or just going about your day.

These songs from “O My Heart” carry that gentle, uplifting feeling. Tanima, a longtime student of Sri Chinmoy and one of the early singers in his community, performs them here with real warmth and care. Her gentle, soulful voice makes each song feel alive and easy to connect with.

You can just listen quietly, hum along, or let the melodies play softly in the background — they bring a soft, happy lift to your day.

Featured this time:

Songs

  • Ajike Amar Hridaya Duar
  • Akarane Prabhu Chitte Tomar
  • Akashe Amar Batase Amar

Listen & Learn

You can learn by watching the notation while listening, follow along with the melody, or download both the audio and the PDF scores for your personal practice. Everything is available for free, so you can learn at your own pace and enjoy the music more deeply. Use the links below to easily listen to the audio, download the recordings, and view or download the PDF sheet music for your convenience:

Track1
Track2
Track3
Song Scores

 

Lyrics:

1. Ajike Amar Hridaya Duar

Ajike amar hridaya duar
Khule dao prabhu khule dao
Sakal kalima manas haite
Muchhe nao prabhu muchhe nao
Tomar sebar jogya habar
Adhikari karo santane
Shaishab hate ami jena chali
Niyata tomar sandhane

Translation:

Today do open my heart’s door, O Lord.
All the ugliness, darkness and ignorance
that I cherish
Do remove from the depth of my heart.
I know I am not worthy of worshipping You,
But do make me worthy.
Right from my childhood may I search for You;
May I cry only for You.

– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Pole-Star Promise-Light, Part 3’ songbook


2. Akarane Prabhu Chitte Tomar

Akarane prabhu chitte tomar
Kata shatabar henechi
Agyanatar dhrira srinkhale
Khudra jibane bendhechi

Translation:

O my dearest Supreme,
O my beloved Supreme,
O my sweetest Supreme,
How many hundreds of times have I hurt You
   Without any reason?
On the summit-pinnacle of ignorance-mountain
I have bound my little, insignificant life.

– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Flame-Roads’ songbook


3. Akashe Amar Batase Amar

Akashe amar batase amar ek ananta chetana
Hanibo nashibo nimeshe ajike dharanir ghana bedana

Translation:

My infinite consciousness-light
Pervades the sky and ether.
Today I shall strike and destroy in a twinkling
The world’s intense sufferings.

– Sri Chinmoy, ‘One Thousand Lotus Petals, Part 2’ 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.

© 2026 Sri Chinmoy Centre

Video #341: Epic 841-Finisher Thanksgiving Runs 2025

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On a cloudy but warm Thanksgiving morning in 2025, Flushing Meadows Corona Park became the stage for the largest Thanksgiving Runs in the event’s 15-year history.

841 runners took part — 555 in the 5K and 286 in the 6-mile / 10K — creating an atmosphere of shared gratitude, movement and quiet celebration that perfectly captured Sri Chinmoy’s teaching: run to express inner joy and give thanks through action.

Thanksgiving Day Runs – Record Participation & Unity

Hundreds of families, solo runners, multi-generational groups and first-timers filled the flat, scenic loops around the Unisphere and the historic 1964 World’s Fair site. Despite the overcast sky, the mood remained bright: smiles at every aid station, children racing with pure delight, masters athletes earning loud cheers, and finish-line hugs that turned strangers into friends for a moment.

Volunteers were everywhere — handing out water, ringing cowbells, calling names, offering encouragement — making sure no one felt alone on the course. Their energy turned the morning into much more than a race: it became a collective expression of thanks.

Why These Runs Feel Different

  • There is no aggressive competition clock in the background.
  • There is no pressure to beat anyone else.
  • The only goal is to move forward — at your pace — and let the act of running become an offering of gratitude.
  • That simple shift creates a very rare atmosphere: people of every age and ability finish feeling uplifted rather than drained.

Thanksgiving Runs. 841 runners took part — 555 in the 5K and 286 in the 6-mile / 10K

A Small Tradition That Keeps Growing

Sri Chinmoy students have quietly organised this Queens Thanksgiving morning run for 15 years. What started as a modest gathering has become one of the most loved holiday traditions in the borough. A portion of every entry fee supports the park itself — continuing the cycle of giving thanks by giving back.

Full Results & Photos

Read the detailed event report

Previous Events of 2025 You May Enjoy

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

Video #340: Unlock Happiness by Listening to Your Conscience | Spirit Matters #31

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Stop searching for your “inner voice.” It already exists — it’s called conscience, and it is constantly whispering guidance. The real reason so many people feel unhappy, restless, or stuck is that the mind is too loud to hear it. In the latest episode of Spirit Matters (Episode 31), hosts Vajin and Abhinabha explain how to quiet the mental noise, reconnect with conscience, and let it become your trusted guide toward genuine peace and fulfillment.

Listen to Your Conscience – The Hidden Key to Happiness

Most people treat conscience like a strict judge that only highlights mistakes and weaknesses. This mindset creates discomfort and resistance. The episode invites a complete shift: conscience is your friend, not your critic. It genuinely wants your success, harmony, and growth. When you ignore its gentle nudges, inner conflict grows — manifesting as dissatisfaction, guilt, or emptiness. When you listen and act on it, clarity, joy, and alignment naturally follow.

Conscience Is Like a Muscle – Train It Daily

Conscience strengthens with conscious practice, just like a physical muscle. The hosts offer practical ways to cultivate it:

  • Pause before important decisions and ask: “Does this feel right in my heart?”
  • Notice small daily moments when conscience speaks (a feeling of unease, a quiet urge toward kindness, or a sense that something is off).
  • Use regular meditation to create inner silence so the whisper becomes clearer.

Over time, conscience evolves from a faint voice into a reliable compass that guides you toward choices aligned with your deeper values and soul-purpose.

Two Practical Techniques for Negative Thoughts in Meditation

Negative thoughts — doubt, worry, self-judgment — often flood the mind during meditation, making it hard to hear conscience. The episode shares two effective Sri Chinmoy-inspired methods:

  1. Observe without fighting. Watch thoughts arise and pass like clouds in the sky. Do not argue with them or push them away. Simply notice, then gently return to your breath or a chosen focus (mantra, light, or aspiration).
  2. Offer them into light. Silently say: “I release this thought into the divine light.” This transforms negativity into peace and prevents it from dominating your practice.

These simple tools help create the quiet space where conscience can speak more clearly.

Hosts Vajin & Abhinabha

Vajin and Abhinabha have been meditating under Sri Chinmoy’s guidance for over 25 years. They live a dynamic spiritual life that combines deep inner practice with running, creativity, travel, and service. Their no-nonsense approach — no fluff, no bluff — makes ancient wisdom practical and accessible for modern seekers.

Align with Conscience for Lasting Peace

The episode reminds us: true happiness is not found in external achievements or endless searching. It blooms when we stop overriding conscience and start cooperating with it. When conscience leads, morality, intuition, and personal growth align naturally — bringing inner freedom and outer harmony.

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

I Love Singing #240: Sri Chinmoy Songs sung by Purnakama

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This week features four uplifting Sri Chinmoy Bengali songs from the Alpha and Omega songbook. Over the years, Sri Chinmoy composed music filled with aspiration and gratitude, creating heartfelt melodies that gently illuminate his spiritual path. Because of their simplicity and warmth, the songs continue to speak directly to the inner heart. Additionally, they offer listeners a peaceful doorway into his meditative world.

The performances this week come from his disciple Purnakama, whose sincere and gentle voice brings out the devotional sweetness in every line. Through her recordings, it becomes easy to settle into a calm, meditative mood and appreciate the purity of the music. As a result, whether you choose to sing along or simply listen quietly, these Sri Chinmoy Bengali songs can add a soft, elevating joy to your week.

Below are the four songs featured in this week’s selection:

Songs

  • Ghor Tamasa Amar Prane Ghor Tamasa
  • Bharasha Ar Asha Kusum Kothai Ogo Kothai
  • Sethai Ami Mayer Dekha Pabo Bhakti Bare
  • Jabo Ami Sudur Deshe Karte Tomai Prachar

Listen & Learn

You can learn by watching the notation while listening, follow along with the melody, or download both the audio and the PDF scores for your personal practice. Everything is available for free, so you can learn at your own pace and enjoy the music more deeply. Use the links below to easily listen to the audio, download the recordings, and view or download the PDF sheet music for your convenience:

Track1
Track2
Track3
Track4
Song Scores

 

Lyrics:

1. Ghor Tamasa Amar Prane Ghor Tamasa

Ghor tamasa amar prane ghor tamasa
Mukti pabar kabhu jani nai bharasha

– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Alpha and Omega’ songbook


2. Bharasha Ar Asha Kusum Kothai Ogo Kothai

Bharasha ar asha kusum kothai ogo kothai
Jete ami chahi kebal sethai prabhu sethai

– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Alpha and Omega’ songbook


3. Sethai Ami Mayer Dekha Pabo Bhakti Bare

Sethai ami mayer dekha pabo
Bhakti bare jethai ami jabo

– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Alpha and Omega’ songbook


4. Jabo Ami Sudur Deshe Karte Tomai Prachar

Jabo ami sudur deshe karte tomai prachar
Mugdha habe shanto habe pratiti jib dharar

– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Alpha and Omega’ 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.

© 2026 Sri Chinmoy Centre

News #108: Sri Chinmoy Centre Russia 2025 – Epic Media Breakthrough

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Nearly 100 Media Features on Harmony Run, Ultrarunning, Sri Chinmoy Teachings, and More

In 2025, Sri Chinmoy Centres in Russia received extensive media attention for Sri Chinmoy’s Path initiatives, with nearly one hundred articles, videos, and audio reports across Russian outlets. The Harmony Run dominated coverage, spanning over 7,000 kilometers through Russia. In small towns and villages, it became a major community event, earning eager local press. Many reports are archived on the official site: www.harmonyrun.ru.

Harmony Run 2025 – 7,000+ km Inspiring Communities Across Russia

The run launched in Smolensk with greetings from Governor Vasily Anokhin, covered widely in regional media. Olympic champion Nadezhda Talanova ran ~20 km with the torch alongside elite athletes like Elena Sidorenkova (world 24-hour record holder), Anna Korolko (winter swimming champion), and Vasily Larkin (100 km champion). The torch passed to Belarusian runners at the border after visits to towns like Pochinok, Yelnya, Roslavl, Desnogorsk, Shumyachi, and Khislavichi. Veteran Svetlana Khisamutdinova (81) ran daily segments, embodying Sri Chinmoy’s inspiring words:

Age is in the mind and not in the heart …

– Sri chinmoy. The Body’s Fitness-Gong. The Soul’s Fulness-Song

On the Zyuratkul Ridge, the run joined an eco-festival “Earth – Our Home of Unity” at Zyuratkul Nature Reserve. Participants climbed to the 1,175 m summit amid a week-long vegetarian experiment for all. Yuri Moskalyov and Nikolai Duzhy led efforts.

In Transbaikalia (Chita), Minister of Sports Andrey Seryodkin met participants on August 6, praising their promotion of health and unity. The torch arrived on August 5 from diverse cities, with the youngest runner aged 12.

In Bikino (Primorsky Krai), the relay included a route from “Bikin” stele to Glory Memorial, flower-laying ceremony, rest at Lokomotiv Stadium, and continuation to Orenburgskoye village with bread-salt welcome, concert, and run. It proceeded to Luchegorsk, Ussuriysk, and Vladivostok.

A 2025 Harmony Run photo slideshow captures the journey’s spirit.

Ultra running Spotlight – First Russian 6-Day Run

The inaugural Russian 6-day “Self-Transcendence” run (August 8–14, 2025, Voronovo, New Moscow) drew 28 participants from Russia, Kazakhstan, and Belarus. Men’s winner Sergei Verbitsky (Tula) covered 708 km; women’s Larisa Psuykalova (Chelyabinsk, 60+) ran 510 km. Interviews revealed strategies like minimal sleep, on-the-move eating, and a positive mindset.

Haborovsk’s Andrey Komyagin earned silver (630 km).

Stories of Sri Chinmoy and Followers – Personal Triumphs and Philosophy

Music, Film, and Anniversaries – Cultural Echoes of the Sri Chinmoy’s Path

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