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News #88: Unlock Inner Peace at Dublin’s Festival of Meditation – 20–31 October 2025

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Information for Dublin Meditation Festival, 20–31 October 2025

From 20 to 31 October 2025, over 600 participants gathered in Dublin for the annual Festival of Meditation, organised by the Dublin Sri Chinmoy Centre at the Carmelite Community Centre. This two-week festival offered attendees a unique opportunity to explore inner peace, mindfulness, and spiritual growth.

Two Weeks of Discovery and Calm

Each evening, starting at 18:30, featured guided meditation, masterclasses, mantra music, and workshops. These sessions aimed to bring stillness and reflection into daily life. For example, participants explored Silence in Music & Meditation, Self-Transcendence, Sport & Meditation, and From Ego-Loneliness to Oneness-Happiness. Furthermore, weekends and evenings offered intensive opportunities, including a multi-night course for deeper practice.

Program Highlights

  • Mon 20 Oct: Opening masterclass — Three Ways to Reach the Highest in Meditation – and One Essential Secret You’ll Need to Start!
  • Tue 21 Oct: Silence in Music and Meditation — exploring how sound and stillness meet.
  • Wed 22 Oct: Self-Transcendence, Sport & Meditation — linking physical performance with spiritual growth.
  • Thu 23 Oct: From Ego-Loneliness to Oneness-Happiness — bridging isolation and connection.
  • Fri 24 Oct: Mantric Music Evening — a concert of meditation music.
  • Sat 25 Oct: Introduction to Meditation Workshop — perfect for beginners and returners alike.
  • Tue 28–Fri 31 Oct: Four-night intensive meditation course for committed practitioners.

A Warm Community Experience

Attendees described the atmosphere as friendly, inclusive, and inspiring. Beginners felt welcomed, while long-time meditators discovered fresh insights. The Centre emphasises that meditation is not an escape, but a practical way of living with more presence, service, and heart.

Embracing Inner Peace

In today’s fast-paced world, the Festival of Meditation Dublin provided a rare pause for reflection. Whether attendees came seeking clarity, stress relief, or simply a new experience, the event encouraged everyone to step into stillness, rediscover joy, and connect deeply with themselves and others.

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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.

 

News #81: New York Post – 3100 Mile Race 2025

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Alex Ramsey crossing the finish line at the 3100 Mile Race 2025

The 3100 Mile Race 2025 recently received coverage in the New York Post following its completion in Queens, New York. Founded in 1801, the New York Post ranks as the third-largest newspaper in the United States by print circulation. Its article highlighted one of the world’s most challenging and unique endurance events. The race, which requires runners to circle a single city block in Queens for 52 days, demonstrates remarkable physical stamina and spiritual perseverance.

You can read the full article here:
World’s longest 3,100-mile marathon is a hellish 50-day loop around a tiny NYC block: ‘eternity’s road’

Highlights from the Race 2025

Additionally, a video featuring highlights from the 3100 Mile Race 2025 offers a vivid glimpse into the runners’ remarkable journey.

You can watch the highlights here: 
Video #323: Highlights of the Sri Chinmoy Self-Transcendence 3100 Mile Race 2025

Global Spotlight on Self-Transcendence

The 3100 Mile Race 2025 attracted elite runners from across the globe, each striving to complete an average of 60 miles per day. Importantly, the New York Post article emphasized not only the physical challenge but also the spiritual dimension of the race. It showcased the participants’ extraordinary mental strength, unwavering discipline, and deep devotion. Furthermore, the story highlighted Sri Chinmoy’s philosophy of self-transcendence—the practice of surpassing personal limitations. Consequently, the race serves as an example of how individuals can achieve incredible feats through focus, endurance, and inner commitment.

Ananda-Lahari Zuscin running past the score board during the 3100 Mile Race 2025

2025 Race Results: Ten Runners Complete the Challenge

In 2025, ten dedicated athletes participated, with eight completing the full 3,100 miles. Notably, five of them achieved this feat for the first time, illustrating both perseverance and determination.

Top Finishers:

  • Andrea Marcato (Italy) – 46 days, 16 hours, 19 minutes, 10 seconds
  • Vasu Duzhiy (Russia) – 48 days, 4 hours, 57 minutes, 52 seconds
  • Mahasatya Janzik (USA) – 48 days, 14 hours, 37 minutes, 45 seconds
  • Alex Ramsey (USA) – 50 days, 9 hours, 53 minutes, 11 seconds
  • Adrian Papuc (Romania) – 50 days, 12 hours, 23 minutes, 23 seconds
  • Milan Javornicky (Czech Republic) – 50 days, 15 hours, 53 minutes, 55 seconds
  • Daniela Bojila (Italy/Romania) – 51 days, 8 hours, 17 minutes, 28 seconds
  • Lucong Geng (China) – 51 days, 16 hours, 26 minutes, 57 seconds
  • Ananda-Lahari Zuscin (USA) – 2,829.2 miles
  • Harita Davies (New Zealand) – 2,790.8 miles

Lucong Geng completing the 3100 Mile Race 2025

A Legacy of Inspiration

Over nearly three decades, the 3100 Mile Race has represented the highest ideal of endurance running. Through perseverance and spiritual aspiration, it continues to inspire thousands across the globe. In addition, the recognition by the New York Post reinforces the race’s universal message: every step taken with sincerity can become a journey toward inner peace and oneness. Consequently, the race stands as both a test of physical limits and a celebration of the human spirit.

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For more information about upcoming events, visit srichinmoyraces.org
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy’s life and philosophy, visit srichinmoy.org

Week 228: I Love Singing

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This week features four inspiring Sri Chinmoy songs. All songs were composed by Sri Chinmoy and beautifully performed by his disciple Purnakama. You can listen to the recordings or download the song scores below.

Songs:

  • Janma Dibas Shapath Harash Ek Ek
  • Birthday and Promise-Ecstasy
  • Jug Jug Dhari Hiyar Bhakati
  • Eternally Devotion-Heart

Enjoy singing along and feeling the soulful message in these Sri Chinmoy songs.

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Song Scores

 

Lyrics:


1. Janma Dibas Shapath Harash Ek Ek

Janma dibas shapath harash ek ek

Translation:

Birthday and promise-ecstasy – one, one.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘I Implore Your Compassion-Light’ songbook


2. Birthday and Promise-Ecstasy

Birthday and promise-ecstasy – one, one.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘I Implore Your Compassion-Light’ songbook


3. Jug Jug Dhari Hiyar Bhakati

Jug jug dhari hiyar bhakati
Jibana shakati ek sathe chale

Translation:

Eternally
Devotion-heart, power-life
Together move on.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘I Implore Your Compassion-Light’ songbook


4. Eternally Devotion-Heart

Eternally
Devotion-heart, power-life
Together move on.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘I Implore Your Compassion-Light’ 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 #324: Baridhi’s Group Live – Sri Chinmoy’s Music

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Baridhi’s Group Performs at the Statue Inauguration

On 22 September 2025, Bulgaria celebrated the inauguration of Sri Chinmoy’s statue. To mark this meaningful occasion, Baridhi (harmonium), Yasen (kaval), and Giriraja (surbahar) performed a deeply meditative and heartfelt interpretation of Sri Chinmoy’s music. Their performance paid tribute to the Master’s life of peace, service, and inner light.

A Tribute in Sound and Heart

Baridhi’s Group expressed Sri Chinmoy’s teaching that “music is the universal language of the heart.” Each note invited stillness, and each pause encouraged reflection. Moreover, the harmonium’s rich resonance, the kaval’s airy voice, and the surbahar’s deep tones blended to create a musical tapestry that honored the Master. Consequently, the audience experienced both serenity and inspiration.

Significance of the Event

The statue’s unveiling signifies more than a local landmark; it demonstrates Sri Chinmoy’s worldwide vision of oneness, peace, and self-transcendence. Furthermore, Baridhi’s Group elevated the event, turning it from a ceremony into a living expression of spiritual aspiration.

Invitation to View and Reflect

We warmly invite you to watch this performance. Whether you have long enjoyed Sri Chinmoy’s music or are discovering it for the first time, this video opens a doorway into the heart-space where music and meditation meet. Additionally, it offers moments of uplift, reflection, and silence for every viewer.

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Video #323: Highlights of the Sri Chinmoy Self-Transcendence 3100 Mile Race 2025

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Overview of the Race

The Sri Chinmoy 3100 Mile Race 2025 featured ten remarkable runners. Together, they completed 30,419 miles in 52 days. This highlight video captures their extraordinary journey and showcases endurance, focus, and the philosophy of self-transcendence that defines this unique ultramarathon. Moreover, it provides viewers with an inspiring look at human determination.

The Course and Challenge

Runners navigated the 0.5488-mile loop in Queens, New York. Each lap tested both physical stamina and mental strength. In addition, the video shows small moments of rest, their strategies, and the constant effort required to cover nearly 60 miles per day. Meanwhile, viewers can see how each athlete manages fatigue and maintains pace over long hours.

Finish of Mahasatya in the 2025 Sri Chinmoy Self-Transcendence 3100 Mile Race, completing the course in Queens, New York

The Spirit of Self-Transcendence

This race is more than a test of endurance. It is also a path of personal growth. The video highlights the athletes’ discipline and spiritual focus. For example, runners encourage each other, reflect inwardly, and overcome fatigue. Through perseverance, they demonstrate human potential and inner strength.

Global Community and Inspiration

The Sri Chinmoy 3100 Mile Race 2025 attracts runners from around the world. As a result, the video shows athletes from diverse backgrounds united by a shared goal: surpassing their limits. Additionally, the footage conveys how the event inspires viewers to push beyond their own challenges. It is a celebration of commitment, courage, and the pursuit of higher consciousness.

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To find out more, visit the official website: www.3100.srichinmoyraces.org. 
For more information about races, visit the official website: www.srichinmoyraces.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.