Video #260: This Year Could Be The Last One: The Time Episode | The Acceptance of Life Podcast, Ep. 04

In this episode of the Acceptance of Life podcast, Abhinabha Tangerman and Vajin delve into the complex nature of time, exploring how our perceptions shape our experiences and behaviors. They discuss the concept of the eternal now, the impact of self-awareness, and the dangers of delayed gratification. The conversation emphasizes the importance of living in the present moment and how our actions today create the ripples of our past. They also touch on the balance between material and spiritual fulfillment, the journey of rediscovery, and the necessity of self-awareness in human experience. They further explore the themes of personal transformation, the impact of trauma, the importance of mindfulness, and the role of conscience in decision-making. How we as individuals need to take agency over our lives by making conscious choices in the present, regardless of past experiences. The dialogue also emphasizes the value of time, the necessity of being a generalist rather than a specialist, and the evolving nature of creativity in today’s society, where quantity often trumps quality.

Takeaways:

  • Time is a complex concept that influences our behavior.
  • Living in the present moment is essential for happiness.
  • Self-awareness can lead to both growth and suffering.
  • Delayed gratification often prevents us from enjoying life.
  • Our past is shaped by our present actions, not the other way around.
  • The fall from paradise symbolizes the journey to self-awareness.
  • We create suffering through anticipation of future problems.
  • Spiritual fulfillment is as important as material success.
  • Perfection is an ongoing process of self-improvement.
  • Children embody a natural state of being in the present.
  • Change your actions in the now to transform your past.
  • Trauma can affect present choices, but agency remains.
  • Mindfulness enhances decision-making and presence.
  • Conscience guides us toward better choices.
  • Living as if each year is your last can inspire action.
  • Being a generalist allows for a richer life experience.
  • Self-giving fosters community and connection.
  • Creativity today values quantity over quality.
  • Each moment is an opportunity for better choices.
  • The world is a great teacher if we pay attention.

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

News #12: Celebration at Ngurah Rai International Airport

On February 6, 2025, a special event took place at the Sri Chinmoy Peace Airport Garden in Ngurah Rai International Airport, Bali, celebrating the Oneness of Humanity. The gathering was filled with warmth and unity, beginning with heartfelt introductions, followed by a moving rendition of the national anthem. The Bina Vocalia Bali Children’s Choir then graced the audience with three beautiful songs composed by Sri Chinmoy.

The event featured inspiring speeches from key representatives of Sri Chinmoy Centres International and Ngurah Rai International Airport, as well as a touching presentation on the history of the Sri Chinmoy Peace Airport dedication.

Musical performances from international artists, showcasing compositions by Sri Chinmoy, added to the event’s beauty. The event also honored Bapak Wehyudi and Bapak Syaugi with Torch-Bearer Awards for their contributions to humanity. The celebration concluded with the Sri Chinmoy Choir singing the heartfelt ‘Thank You’ song, leaving everyone with a sense of peace and gratitude.

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

News #11: Self-Transcendence Lecture Series Inspires Runners and Community

On January 31, a captivating Self-Transcendence lecture was held in Oradea, Romania, led by Pushkar, attracting around 30 attendees, mainly runners. The session was well-received and ended with a calming 2-minute meditation and breathing exercise, leaving participants with a profound sense of peace.

The following Saturday morning, the momentum continued as a group of runners, including Adrian Papuc (2023 3100 Mile Race participant), gathered for a 2-mile run in a local park, starting with a meditation and recitation of one of Sri Chinmoy’s running poems.

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 #252: Sri Chinmoy – The Peace Meditation at the UN Offers Condolences on the Passing of Manmohan Singh

Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who played a pivotal role in transforming India into a global economic powerhouse, passed away on December 26, 2024, at the age of 92. Serving as India’s Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014, Dr. Singh is remembered not only for his leadership during a period of sweeping economic reforms but also for his unwavering support of global peace initiatives, including those championed by Sri Chinmoy.

Dr. Singh’s dedication to fostering peace was evident in his Message of 19 August 2004, written on the occasion of Sri Chinmoy’s birthday. In it, he praised Sri Chinmoy’s efforts to promote peace and harmony through spirituality, encouraging his followers to spread this message for the welfare of humanity. The message read:

“A well-known personality, Shri Chinmoy is engaged in promoting peace and harmony in the world through his manifold activities. By harnessing the humanistic aspects of different faiths and focusing on spirituality, people professing diverse creeds can be brought closer together for constructive action. The followers of Chinmoy spread over many countries of the world have to take up the responsibility of spreading this message for happiness and welfare of mankind. I extend my greetings to Shri Chinmoy and wish him health, happiness, and a long life to deepen his contributions.”

On behalf of Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations, Nilima conveyed heartfelt condolences to Indian Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni in a letter dated December 27, 2024. The letter expressed gratitude for the Prime Minister’s support of Sri Chinmoy’s peace efforts and recalled a significant moment when Nilima had the opportunity to thank Dr. Singh personally. This encounter, as seen in the above photo, took place in 2013, following Dr. Singh’s address to the UN General Assembly, where his graciousness left a lasting impression.

Reflecting on the late Prime Minister’s legacy, Nilima shared: “Dr. Singh’s kindness and encouragement for Sri Chinmoy’s work for peace touched countless lives. His vision for a harmonious world continues to inspire.”

About: Manmohan Singh was an Indian politician, economist, academician, and bureaucrat who served as the prime minister of India from 2004 to 2014. He was the fourth longest-serving prime minister after Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi and Narendra Modi.

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

Video #200: Live Concert. Songs of Sri Chinmoy (Manhattan, NY – August 25, 2022)

https://youtu.be/yZfXgCy5_Ak

This concert took place at 9B9 Art Space in Manhattan, NY on August 25th, 2022. Please enjoy a piece of soulful spiritual music performed by Laila Faerman (vocals), Misha Tsiganov (piano), Premik Russell Tubbs (sax/flute).  Most of this songs are available on Spotify already. 

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

Week 93: I Love Singing

Songs:

– Swarge Hate Dibanishi Kripa Name Akaran
– Unconditionally Compassion Descends
– Alor Pakhi Keno Thako
– O Bird of Light

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:

 

Lyrics:

1. Swarge Hate Dibanishi Kripa Name Akaran

Swarge hate dibanishi
Kripa name akaran

Translation:

Unconditionally Compassion descends
Day and night from Heaven.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Four Hundred Blue-Green-White-Red Soul-Birds, Part 1’ songbook


2. Unconditionally Compassion Descends

Unconditionally Compassion descends
Day and night from Heaven.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Four Hundred Blue-Green-White-Red Soul-Birds, Part 1’ songbook


3. Alor Pakhi Keno Thako

Alor pakhi keno thako
Ankhi dhaki

Translation:

O bird of light, why do you keep
Your eyes closed?
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Four Hundred Blue-Green-White-Red Soul-Birds, Part 1’ songbook


4. O Bird of Light

O bird of light,
Why do you keep your eyes closed?
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Four Hundred Blue-Green-White-Red Soul-Birds, Part 1’ 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.

© 2022 Sri Chinmoy Centre

 

Week 92: I Love Singing

Songs:

– Alor Pathe Ratri Rabe
– Night Remains Far Away
– E Bishal Dhara Pabe Ki Go Kabhu
– This Vast World

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:

 

Lyrics:

1. Alor Pathe Ratri Rabe

Alor pathe ratri rabe
Dure bahu dure

Translation:

Night remains far away, far away
From the light-flooded road.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Four Hundred Blue-Green-White-Red Soul-Birds, Part 1’ songbook


2. Night Remains Far Away

Night remains far away,
Far away from the light-flooded road.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Four Hundred Blue-Green-White-Red Soul-Birds, Part 1’ songbook


3. E Bishal Dhara Pabe Ki Go Kabhu

E bishal dhara pabe ki go kabhu
Shantir darashan

Translation:

This vast world, will it ever see
Silence-peace?
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Four Hundred Blue-Green-White-Red Soul-Birds, Part 1’ songbook


4. This Vast World

This vast world, will it ever see
Silence-peace?
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Four Hundred Blue-Green-White-Red Soul-Birds, Part 1’ 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.

© 2022 Sri Chinmoy Centre

 

Week 91: I Love Singing

Songs:

– Naba Rupe Asi Phire
– With New Forms
– Egiye Chalo Egiye Chalo
– On You Proceed

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:

 

Lyrics:

1. Naba Rupe Asi Phire

Naba rupe asi phire
Naba prabhu kripa ghare

Translation:

With new forms,
With God’s new Compassion
We come back to earth-homes.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Four Hundred Blue-Green-White-Red Soul-Birds, Part 1’ songbook


2. With New Forms

With new forms,
With God’s new Compassion
We come back to earth-homes.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Four Hundred Blue-Green-White-Red Soul-Birds, Part 1’ songbook


3. Egiye Chalo Egiye Chalo

Egiye chalo egiye chalo
Asimatar jatri

Translation:

On you proceed, on you proceed,
O pilgrim-souls of Eternity.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Four Hundred Blue-Green-White-Red Soul-Birds, Part 1’ songbook


4. On You Proceed

On you proceed, on you proceed,
O pilgrim-souls of Eternity.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Four Hundred Blue-Green-White-Red Soul-Birds, Part 1’ 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.

© 2022 Sri Chinmoy Centre

 

Week 90: I Love Singing

Songs:

– Kripa Name Akarane Kripa Sada Name
– Compassion Descends
– Alor Pakhi Balte Habe
– O Bird of Light, You Must Tell Me

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:

 

Lyrics:

1. Kripa Name Akarane Kripa Sada Name

Kripa name akarane
Kripa sada name

Translation:

Compassion descends always unconditionally,
Compassion descends.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Four Hundred Blue-Green-White-Red Soul-Birds, Part 1’ songbook


2. Compassion Descends

Compassion descends
Always unconditionally,
Compassion descends.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Four Hundred Blue-Green-White-Red Soul-Birds, Part 1’ songbook


3. Alor Pakhi Balte Habe

Alor pakhi balte habe
Kon sudure thako

Translation:

O bird of light, you must tell me
Where, where, where,
In which remotest land
You live.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Four Hundred Blue-Green-White-Red Soul-Birds, Part 1’ songbook


4. O Bird of Light, You Must Tell Me

O bird of light, you must tell me
Where, where, where,
In which remotest land
   You live.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘Four Hundred Blue-Green-White-Red Soul-Birds, Part 1’ 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.

© 2022 Sri Chinmoy Centre