Jan 19, 2011 2:01 PM
The Art of Living Foundation in Sri Lanka, in association with Tharunyata Hetak, will commemorate the upcoming 2600th Sambuddha Jayanti (2600 years of Lord Buddha's enlightenment) in Colombo on 21st January 2011, at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium at 10.15 a.m. The mega event is open to the general public.
His holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, the world renowned spiritual leader and founder of the Art of Living, will grace the occasion. The Sri Lanka chapter is organizing Bodhu Bhakti Gee by 2600 singers.
The mega choir will include youth, students, corporate executives, music and cultural groups. For the first time in the world 2,600 singers are expected to come together from across the island to perform the traditional Bodhu Bhakti Gee.
His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of the Art of Living Worldwide, says "Spirituality and music, together, can uplift people and bring enthusiasm. For a stress-free life, you have to embrace both these aspects. The aim is to come together to uplift consciousness - through music, meditation, togetherness and celebration".
International delegates, venerable priests of the Buddhist clergy, leaders of various faiths and tourists from several countries are expected to attend this sacred world event.
The official logo for the event was launched on January 4, 2011 by Colombo District Parliamentarian Tilanga Sumathipala and the International Director of the Art of Living Foundation Swami Sadyojathah. The logo designed by art historian and painter Nishan Wimalasuriya signifies the sacred sounds flowing through the conch-shell (Valampuri) to spread the richness of Buddhism in all directions as represented by the lotus (nelum).
"The 2,600 singers' programme primarily aims to invoke the blessings to people across the world for peace, health and prosperity through the beautiful rhythm of our Bhakti Gee", says Dr. H. B. Tamitegama General Secretary, The Art of Living Foundation / Sri Lanka. “This event is also aimed at promoting our traditional Bhakti Gee and to give budding talented young singers an opportunity to be a part of this international event.
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