21st May 2013
22nd May 2013
Ulan Bator, Mongolia
23rd May 2013
23rd May 2013
Hong Kong S.A.R., China
24th May 2013
29th Jun 2013
Bangalore, Karnataka,
India
1st Jul 2013
1st Jul 2013
Geneva, Switzerland
WFEB Conference at Palais Des Nations
11th Jul 2013
22nd Jul 2013
, Canada
The Art of Living Center, Montreal
Date : July 22 2013 : Guru Purnima celebrations, Montreal
31st Jul 2013
5th Aug 2013
Bad Antogast, Baden-Württemberg,
Germany
5th Oct 2013
14th Oct 2013
Art of Living International Center, Bangalore, Karnataka,
India
Navratri Celebrations
Maha Satsang
30th Mar 2012, WTC, Jalan Tun Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Trust in the goodness of people around
Sri Sri visits Malaysia
"There are three types of trust essential in life; one is trust in the infinite power that is governing this world. Second is trust in the goodness of people around. There are good people in the world, if you think everybody is bad then you will become bad as well. If you think everybody is not okay then you become so small, you shrink and you will also be part of them. There are good people on this planet, trust in the goodness of people."
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Sahasra Veena Jhenkara - (1110 Veena Concert)
28th Mar 2012, Palace Grounds, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Music Heals your Emotions
"The Veena is the most ancient musical instrument known to mankind. Even to this day, it resonates; it kindles harmony and it unites the spirit.
Today we have 1110 Veena artistes with us, playing in one symphony. This is a feat by itself. The Veena has twenty-four frets, just like the vertebrae in our spine (twenty four vertebrae). It is akin to our human physiology, and when the strings resonate, it touches the heart and uplifts the spirit." Sri Sri
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A musical symphony of 1100 Veenas, Bangalore
28th Mar 2012, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
A musical symphony of 1100 Veenas, Bangalore, India, March 28
The Art of Living and RanjiniKalakendra hosted the event, ‘SahasraVeenaJhenkara’, showcasing over 1110 veena artists on one platform for the very first time.
The event aimed to foster India’s ancient heritage of classical music, uplift and showcase the skills of the younger generation of veena practitioners and to epitomize the unifying power of music to spread the message of universal peace and harmony.
Emphasizing on the healing and soothing properties of music, Sri Srisaid, “In happy times your love for music is spontaneous. In tough times music can soothe, heal and de-stress you. So, make music an integral part of your life. The veena is the most ancient instrument known to mankind. Its resonance is still un-paralleled, captivating and takes you to another dimension. Eat music, drink music and sleep music till you can hear your soul song of eternity".
Sri D.V. SadanandaGowda, Ho'ble Chief Minister of Karnataka; Sri AravindLimbavalli, MLA; Sri R.V.Deshpande, President, Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee; Sri Venkatachalaiah, Former Chief Justice of India; Sri TiruSwamiji, Isckon; Dr. P. DayanandPai, Chairman of Century group; Sri PC Mohan, Member of Parliament; Sri Ashok Kheny were among the dignitaries who were present.
Maha Satsang
27th Mar 2012 - 29th Mar 2012, Art of Living International Center, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Gyan Vihar University
21st Mar 2012 - 22nd Mar 2012, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Education is meant to make us living examples of high standards of ethics
Sri Sri received an honorary doctrate from Gyan Vihar University.
"This is what education should do. What we receive we should give back to society, and as students you have received so much education here, now see how you can put that into use in life. The trouble in today’s world is not because of lack of education but because education is being misrepresented, misused and misunderstood. We need to clear these three things." said Sri Sri
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Maha Satsang
19th Mar 2012, Amethi, Raibareilly , Uttar Pradesh, India
The Voice of Nature
"Formalities are like wrapping paper. When we buy something, it is wrapped in paper. Similarly, in life formalities should be given only that much importance. Rest of the time we should sit informally. That is what we call satsang. Satsang means what? Where we can sit with intimacy and belongingness; sit with heart to heart connection – that is satsang." Sri Sri
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Maha Satsang
18th Mar 2012, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
The Art of Embracing Everyone
"It has been thirty years since it was started. You go to the last city of the North Pole where the Sun does not rise for two months, even there you will find people who have learnt the Sudarshan Kriya. Even in the South Pole and everywhere in the world, people have learnt the simple technique to calm their mind through breath. No matter what you believe in, or what religion you follow, or scripture you read and become knowledgeable; but one thing you must not forget, that we are all human, and we are very precious. This is what I have spoken about in the Art of Living. " said Sri Sri.
Read Sri Sri's full address here
Maha Satsang
16th Mar 2012, Mau, Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh, India
Sri Sri visits Pakistan
12th Mar 2012 - 14th Mar 2012, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
Sri Sri visits Pakistan
Sri Sri visits Pakistan after seven years. Sri Sri reinstates his message of 'One World Family' and embraces the people of Pakistan, '"feel so nice here; the people are so beautiful and so nice." Sri Sri visited Lahore, Islamabad and Karachi.
He added, "We need to create a new image for the country, that this country is also tolerant, we honor diversity, we acknowledge people from everywhere. This type of message should go out loud and clear."
On 13 March Sri Sri addressed the people of Islamabad. Read More
Read the Press Release after Sri Sri's visit.
Building Indo-Pak ties, Pakistan
12th Mar 2012 - 14th Mar 2012, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
Building Indo-Pak ties, Pakistan, March 12-14
“Indian spirituality can truly unite the people of the two countries,” said Sri Sri Ravi Shankar at the close of his 3-day visit to Pakistan., while calling for closer ties and interactions between the people of India and Pakistan.
During his visit, Sri Sri had a series of interactions with people from all walks of life, including Deputy Convener and Parliamentary leader of the MuttahidaQaumi Movement (MQM), FarooqSattar and Pakistan Peoples’ Party Advisor to Sindh CM, SharmilaFarooqi.
Soon after the meeting, Satar remarked, “Guruji should come every year and inspire all of us." This sentiment was echoed by many at the events in Lahore, Karachi and Islamabad.
“My dream is to see a violence-free Pakistan and I'm sure it is possible,” said Sri Sriaddressing a gathering of dignitaries in Lahore, which was attended among others by Former Finance Minister of Pakistan, Mr.Sartaj Aziz; Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid leader, Ms. HumairaShahid; Secretary General of Tehrik-i-Insaf, Mr. Omar Cheema, and Pakistan Today Editor, Mr. ArifNizami.
Referring to India-Pakistan relations, Sri Srisaid: "We have spent a lot on conflicts, on escalating conflicts and on destruction of life and environment. Now we have to work towards making peace. With greater linkages between the people, India and Pakistan can both come closer and work towards a peaceful co-existence. In order to avoid other forces taking advantage of the conflict, it is important for India and Pakistan to be in mutual peace,” he said.
Mustafa International University
11th Mar 2012, New Delhi, Delhi, India
Mysticism and Spirituality, Mustafa International University Delhi
Sri Sri was invited to the Mustafa International University, Delhi, at the 3rd International Seminar on "Mysticism and Spirituality in Islam and Indian Religion".
Sri Sri was honored with the award for Peace.
Speaking on Mysticism and Spirituality, Sri Sri said, "That which connects people at the level of the heart, feelings and understanding is mysticism, is spirituality. Spirituality is recognizing the connection between the individual and the universe, it is that inner urge to go and help others."
