Archives August 2023

USA : Parliament of World’s Religions 2023 was held from 14th -17 th Aug 2023 at Chicago USA with participation of more than 200 traditions, around 80 nations and thousands of attendees coming together to answer the call to conscience and stressed the importance in today’s world of ‘Defending Freedom & Human Rights’, the title theme of the convention.

It is a moment of Pride for India and Goa that Padmashri Pujya sadguru Brahmeshanand swamiji addressed the Parliament of world religions as a Speaker . Sadguruji marked “Spirituality is the Ultimate path for World Peace “ spiritual practices help society to achieve inner peace, and inner peace can often be a byproduct of one’s spiritual journey. This is because spirituality and inner peace both involve a level of self-awareness and introspection. As a result spirituality is the only solution to bring world peace.

His Holiness sadguruji addressed The effects of Climate change. Things that we depend upon and value — water, energy, transportation, wildlife, agriculture, ecosystems, and human health are experiencing the effects of a changing climate. Importance of five elements and their balance to be maintained globally.

Sadguruji highlighted the importance related to freedom of Indigenous Communities. Indigenous peoples are the holders of unique languages, knowledge systems and beliefs and possess invaluable knowledge of practices for the sustainable management of natural resources.

Sadguruji attended All faith seminary as a hindu spiritual leader and Expressed importance of Value based education system & respect towards all beings in sanatan hindu dharma .

As the most revered religious leaders from India also represented Sanatan Dharma at the Parliament of World’s Religions to deliver the message of spirituality, peace and harmony. Pujya sadguru Brahmeshanand Acharya swamiji – As Ambassador of peace and Spiritual Leader was Honoured by Dr.Hong tao tze, President of the federation of World Peace and Love at Parliament of world religion for Spreading Peace and Harmony.

His Holiness recognition as a Padma Shri awardee for spirituality and his role as an ambassador of peace indeed got connected with audiences from the Asian part of the world towards the largest platform of worlds religions.

Parliament of World Religions (PoWR) has emerged as the biggest interfaith movement in the world after it was revived in 1993, a century after its first convening in Chicago in 1893, made world famous by the sensational speech by Swami Vivekananda.
This week over 6,500 people from 95 countries belonging to over 200 religious-spiritual groups ranging from Hindu , Christian , Buddhists, Muslims to Zoroastrians attended this massive event at the cavernous McCormick Place convention center in the Windy City. An estimated 500 people have flown in from India to attend this event at Chicago .
Gurumata Adv. Brahmideviji – President Satguru Foundation, India and Dr. Swapnil Nagvekar – President International Sadguru Foundation – UAE council, were the panelists for parallel session held at Parliament of worlds religion a Chicago and represented Shree Datta Padmanabh peeth at International platform .

The convention was opened by the Mayor of Chicago, Brandon Johnson. Rashad Husain, US ambassador-at-large for religious freedom, said the US strives to protect religious freedom for all everywhere in the world. Dignitaries who sent video messages included UN Secretary General António Guterres, and US Senator Dick Durbin.
The Parade of Faiths on Sunday was another colorful affair with hundreds of people from different faith groups marching near the convention venue.

At The conclusion Nitin ajmera the chair of 2023PoWR put it, not an ending, but an awakening.

USA : Opening ceremony of Parliament of World’s Religions 2023 was held on 14th Aug 2023 at Chicago USA. International Spiritual Leader Padma Shri Awardee Pujya Sadguru Brahmeshanand Acharya Swamiji is invited at the Parliament of World’s Religions 2023 at Chicago, USA to share insights related to Spirituality and Peace.

Parliament of the World’s Religions is being hosted from 14th Aug to 18th Aug 2023 with participation of 200 + traditions, 80 + nations and thousands of attendees coming together to answer the call to conscience.

It is a moment of Pride for India as the most revered religious leaders from India are representing Sanatan Dharma at the Parliament of World’s Religions to deliver the message of spirituality, peace and harmony. Along with Pujya Swamiji, Peace Ambassador Lokesh Muniji – Jain Spiritual Master and Founder President Ahimsa Vishwa Bharati, Jagadguru Deelipkumar Thakkapan – Master of Interfaith(NYC), Rajrajeshwar Guruji – Siddhashram Shakti Center (London -UK), Maharishi Bhrigu Peethadishwar Pujya Goswami Sushil Maharaj Delhi-India, Yuvacharya Abhaydasji Maharaj Rajasthan, Bhai Sahib Satpal Singh Khalsa – Chairman at Ambassador of Sikh Dharma, Peace Ambassador Dr. Binny Sareen – Founder of Global initiative for Peace and Well-being (Mt Abu), Namdev Jadhav, Writer & International Motivational speaker – Pune India and others are invited as Sanatan Dharma Representatives at the Parliament of World Religions.

Padma Shri Awardee Pujya Sadguru Brahmeshanand Acharya Swamiji attended the Parade of Faiths is a pre-Parliament event that celebrates Chicago’s rich diversity with a parade with participation of various spiritual – cultural communities and local faith before the opening of the 9th Convening of the Parliament of the World’s Religions from 14th Aug to 18th Aug 2023.
Pujya Swamiji’s presence at the Parliament of World’s Religions 2023 is a matter of pride for the Goan community. He has been invited to represent India and Sanatan Dharma’s eternal path on the global stage, alongside more than 200 traditions and over 80 nations. This gathering will see the participation of thousands of attendees who aim to address matters of conscience. Pujya Swamiji will engage with global interfaith leaders from around the world.

On August 17th, 2023, Pujya Swamiji is scheduled to share profound insights on the theme “The Ultimate Path to World Peace: Spirituality” at the Parliament of the World’s Religions. Joining him as panelists for parallel sessions will be Gurumata Adv. Brahmi Deviji, the President of the International Sadguru Foundation in India, and Dr. Swapnil Nagvekar, the President of the International Sadguru Foundation UAE council. This event signifies a significant opportunity for the exchange of ideas and dialogue among diverse religious and spiritual perspectives.

New York : Padma Shri awardee Sadguru Brahmeshanand Acharya Swamiji, the Peethadhishwar of Shree Datta Padmanabh Peeth, and Acharya Dr. Lokesh Muniji, a Jain spiritual master, addressed the World Peace Summit in New Jersey. Both spiritual leaders spoke about the importance of peace and harmony in the world.

“A prosperous and sustainable future depends on harmony and peace. People are more willing to cooperate and work together when there is peace in the world, which promotes economic development. Poverty, injustice, climate change, and violence are just a few of the issues that threaten peace and harmony but if we come together, we can overcome these obstacles. In addition to addressing the underlying causes of violence, we must also invest in economic and educational growth and safeguard the environment. Additionally, we must foster tolerance across other cultures and beliefs. Harmony and peace are not merely notions. They are necessary for everyone’s future to be better Let’s cooperate to bring about peace” addressed H.H. Sadguruji in the the Summit.

Padma Shri Sudhir Parikhji, the president of Parikh Worldwide Media and ITV Gold, also addressed the gathering. He spoke about the role of media in promoting peace and harmony. Sachin Mandrekar, an IT businessman in New Jersey, Payal Mandrekar, and Advocate Brahmidevi were also present at the event. They expressed their support for the cause of peace and harmony. The World Peace Summit was organized by the Global Peace Initiative of Women. The goal of the summit was to bring together spiritual leaders, business leaders, and community leaders to discuss ways to promote peace and harmony in the world.

The summit was a success, and it generated a lot of positive energy and momentum for the cause of peace. The participants were inspired by the speeches of the spiritual leaders, and they were committed to working together to create a more peaceful world.