President Draupadi Murmu stressed the importance of a calm mind, healthy thoughts and spiritual consciousness at the state level meditation ceremony of Brahma Kumaris on World Unity and Faith held in Lucknow. He said that a strong soul is the foundation of world peace.
When there was a confluence of spiritual energy and positivity in the calm morning of Lucknow, everyone present on the stage was focused to hear one message, the path to world peace and unity lies through inner peace. In the state level meditation program of Prajapita Brahma Kumaris, President Draupadi Murmu inspired the society towards this inner journey.
The President said: Where the mind is calm, only there is faith.
President Draupadi Murmu gave a deep message on the importance of spiritual consciousness and Rajyoga at the state level inauguration ceremony of Meditation (Yoga) for World Unity and Faith held in Lucknow. He said that trust lasts only when the mind is calm, thoughts are healthy and emotions are pure. According to him, a strong soul is the foundation stone to realize the concept of world unity.
The President also said that a calm and stable mind shows the path of peace not only to the individual but also to the society. It is from here that the foundation of world peace and world unity is laid.
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“Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” India’s age-old vision of life
Starting his address with ‘Om Shanti’, President Murmu said that India’s ancient civilization has always given the message of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, which means the world is one family. Today, when the world is surrounded by many challenges, this idea has become more relevant than ever. He expressed confidence that this campaign of Brahma Kumaris will strengthen the resolve of global unity.
Government of India’s efforts to build a value-based society
The President said that the Government of India is continuously working towards making the society more inclusive, peaceful and value-based. Promoting yoga and meditation globally and leading International Yoga Day is part of that. The National Education Policy incorporates the principles of value-based education and life nurturing. Also, the Mission Life campaign is promoting environmental awareness.
Spiritual consciousness is the only security for the future of humanity.
Referring to the G-20 Summit to be held in India in the year 2023, President Murmu said that its theme “One Earth, One Family, One Future” strengthens the idea of world unity. He said that science and technology have made human life convenient, but it has also increased stress, distrust and loneliness. In such a situation, inner journey and awakening of spiritual consciousness is very important.
“Peace and happiness are not in the outside world, but within us.”
The President said that when we communicate with ourselves, we realize that joy, peace and satisfaction are not in anything but within us. When spiritual consciousness is awakened, love, compassion, brotherhood and unity become a natural part of life.
Appreciation of efforts of Brahma Kumaris, call to awaken peace
Praising the work of Brahma Kumaris organization, the President said that they are doing inspiring work in the field of world peace, human values, women power, education and meditation. He called upon everyone to give a better direction to the society by awakening inner peace, faith in thoughts and unity in actions.
The program started with lighting of the lamp
The program started with the lighting of the lamp by President Murmu. He presented the urn to the Brahmakumaris and the flag to the brothers. Cultural presentation, welcome address and motivational call to adopt Rajyoga were the major parts of the program. On this occasion, Governor Anandiben Patel, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, senior officials of Brahma Kumaris and hundreds of devotees were present.
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