Category: Around Amma 2019
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Amma’s humanitarian work surpasses that of many governments – Dorothy Bush
1-2 July, Washington, DC – America Yatra 2019 Amma held a two-day program at the Crystal Gateway Marriott in the Washington DC area. On the first day, Dorothy Bush Koch— daughter of 41st President of the United States George H.W. Bush and sister of 43rd President George W. Bush— officially welcomed Amma to the nation’s…
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Your life is an example of the concept ‘the whole world is one family.’
June 28-29, Atlanta, GA – America Yatra 2019 On the first day of the program in Atlanta, several dignitaries honoured Amma during a short stage function after the morning meditation session. The Consul General of India, Atlanta Dr Swati Vijay Kulkarni, spoke a few words on the occasion: “Amma, your life is an example of…
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Love the trip and the destination
25-26 Jun, Dallas – America Yatra 2019 Amma held a two-day program at the Delta Hotel Dallas Allen as part of her America Yatra 2019. “Love the trip and the destination. This will help us to remain happy in all circumstances” reminded Amma during her address at the program.
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Spread the love to others which is our inherent nature
16-18 Jun, Los Angeles – America Yatra 2019 The third stop of Amma’s 2019 North American Yatra took place at the LAX Hilton in Los Angeles. The MA Center LA, located in Redondo Beach contributes to the local community through service projects. Officials from Redondo Beach thanked Amma for visiting Southern California and praised the…
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Proper yoga practices are like diving deep into the ocean
On International Day of Yoga, participants attending Amma’s Santa Fe retreat were treated to a special yoga session with Amma. “Yoga is not just physical movement, like going to the gym and exercising,” Amma explained. “Rather, it is yet another way to know God, the infinite power we truly are. Yoga is meditation. Just like…
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Try and see the oneness in all of the creation
9-14 June, San Ramon, CA – America Yatra 2019 Amma’s second stop of the America Yatra took place at the beautiful MA Center in San Ramon, Amma’s first ashram in the United States. Once a barren landscape, MA Center is now is a pure example of Amma’s vision to bring harmony to nature through sustainable…
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Meditation is as precious as gold
June 6-7, Seattle, WA – America Yatra 2019 Amma’s 2019 North American Yatra began with a two-day program at the Hyatt Regency in Bellevue, Washington. People from near and far gathered for Amma’s darshan, meditation, Satsang and bhajans. During a special puja, Amma said: “Humankind and nature are in an agitated state. Only through prayer…
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Sweeter to give sweets than to eat them to enjoy the sweetness of life
April 22-23, Sydney, NSW – Australia Yatra 2019 Amma held two days of programs at the Sydney Boy’s High School in Sydney. The huge gymnasium, which has served as the program hall during previous visits by Amma, was filled with eager devotees from all across Australia. Amma was welcomed by Mr. Chandru Appar, Acting Consul…
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We should use machines and love people
April 30th – May 2nd, 2019 – Singapore Amma arrived in Singapore in the early morning of April 30th, for three days of programs at the Marina Bay Expo & Convention Center. The evening program on the 30th witnessed an unprecedented turnout, reflecting the widest cross section of society ever seen at Amma’s programmes in…
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Feeling the Love in Melbourne
16-20 April – Melbourne, VIC, Australia Yatra 2019 Amma held two days of public programs, a retreat, and a special program for World Peace followed by Devi Bhava at the Sandown Racecourse in Melbourne. The Melbourne programs are usually one of the most relaxed stops on the Australian Tour. In Melbourne, the weather is picture-perfect…