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Dear Friends,
I came to the United States of America in 1978. The gifts I brought to this country were the deep spiritual insights that I had accumulated since the age of 16. The gift I received in return was an environment in which these insights were greatly enriched. This has contributed to my own growth in an extraordinary manner.
America's part
in world history
reflects the
ongoing human
struggle of good
over evil, order
over chaos. Although
America's role
in world history
is very recent,
the story of
the world is
now very old.
This ancient
story has grown
so complex that
it has become
difficult to
discern truth
from fiction.
It is a story
that to some
is now wholly
out of control
and whose basic
values have come
into question.
It is a story
that perhaps
has had its day.
I believe that
the people of
America have
a powerful, positive
role to play
in creating a
new story of
humankind. This
belief is based
on a culture
of authenticity,
building a community
where everyone
has permission
to be himself
or herself, and
no one has to
melt down into
one common mold.
It is based on
a culture of
promptness to
act - leading
to newness and
innovation. It
is also based
on a culture
of natural dedication
and unity, which
is easily stirred
by a significant
cause or a higher
purpose.
The Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual Organization supports the development of the American story: a story that reflects the empowerment of every individual to manifest his or her purest being through the fundamental principles of peace, love, happiness and contentment for all.
The project Celebrating Human Greatness is a contribution the Brahma Kumaris are making to this story following our 30 years of service in the US. We embrace the people of America and the commitment we each have to realizing and sharing our inner greatness and beauty.
I invite you to join one of the conversations we will be hosting this year, and to experience the deep roots of greatness that are within all of us.
With my warmest regards,
BK Mohini Panjabi
President, Brahma Kumaris, USA |