8 March
44 Years in the West
April 13th, 2008, marked the 44th anniversary of Sri Chinmoy's arrival in the West. Sri Chinmoy arrived in New York, USA on April 13th 1964.
2008, was also the first celebration since Sri Chinmoy's mahasamadhi in October 2007.
To commemorate the arrival of Sri Chinmoy in the West, for many years, disciples have taken part in a 12 hour race walk. I believe in earlier years, Sri Chinmoy himself took part in the 12 hour walk.
Many of Sri Chinmoy's students were in New York for the celebrations. Also, those from other countries who could not travel, took part in events in their own countries. For example, disciples in Mongolia arranged a 12 hour walk, with 45 people participating.
Mongolia 12 Hour Walk
See more photos at Sri Chinmoy Centre Galleries
Utpal Marshall gives an account of celebrations through his blog post on Departures Day
Picture top by: Sharani
Stories
First-hand experiences of meditation and spirituality.
The day when everything began
Bhagavantee Paul Salzburg, Austria
I was just so transported by the atmosphere
Pulak Viscardi New York, United States
Sri Chinmoy meets an old friend
Pradhan Balter Chicago, United States
A vision at 3 a.m in the morning
Abarita Dänzer Zürich, Switzerland
In the Whirlwind of Life
Pradeep Hoogakker The Hague, Netherlands
Spiritual Friends
Preetidutta Thorpe Auckland, New Zealand
Meeting Sri Chinmoy for the first time
Janaka Spence Edinburgh, United Kingdom
The Impact of a Yogi on My Life
Agni Casanova San Juan, Puerto Rico
In the Right Place, At the Right Time
Eshana Gadjanski Novi Sad, Serbia
If a wish comes from the soul, it will be granted
Kamalakanta Nieves New York, United States
A 40-Year Blessing
Sarama Minoli New York, United States
“Where there is heart, always there is a way.”
Jogyata Dallas Auckland, New ZealandSuggested videos
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