Parliament of Worlds Religion 1993 Chicago IL

Author(s): Parliament of the World’s Religions
Publisher: USA Parliament of the Worlds Religions

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Plenary Sessions
"The King's Drama" and Poetry of Rumi-Carolyn Andrews (Larsen Publications has generously provided for this preview reading
from Nevit Oguz Ergin's first-time translation, Magnificent One.) Passage-Brother David Steindl-Rast "Savitri: Book of the Divine Mother"-Seyril Schochen "The Our Mother Prayer"-Robert Sardello Inspiration--Al Huang, narrator Musical Performance-Russill Paul d'Silva and Asha Closing Blessing
hands of the Pharaoh. Despite all, let us keep our faith in God/ One
day soon our oppressor will answer. A Guatemalan shout at the close of the sacred dance Arbol de la vida: They have plucked our fruit. They have cut our branches. They have
burned our trunk. But they have never been able to destroy our roots! Universal hymns (11th-century) sung by a Sikh chorus: Hymn 1. Allah abekh soee, praan ao quran oee... The temple and the mosque are the same. The Hindu puja and the Muslim namaz are the same. In fact all humans are the same, though under different influences they appear different. Gods, demons, devils, heavenly singers, Hindus and Muslims, put on different dress-but all aree the same. All have eyes, ears, and bodily parts, all are composed of the same elements earth, air, fire, and water. Allah and the Formless Ram are the same, Puranas and
Quran are similar in form and structure. Hymn 2: Manas kee jaath... There are people clean shaven, hermits, yogis, ascetics, and celibates.
Some are Hindus, some are Muslims Sunnis and Shias. Yet never forget all humans are of the same race. Whether one calls God the Creator or the Sustainer, the Powerful Lord or Merciful Lord, God is God. Do not suffer the illusion there can be any other except God. All serve God and consider God their Divine Teacher. Divine light pervades in every place and all are God's manifestations.
“FROM VISION TO ACTION: CELEBRATING DIALOGUE" Monday, August 30 8:00 PM–10:00 PM Grand and State Ballrooms The morning following this plenary begins our journey through the week's extensive schedule of programs. In order to make the most of this rare opportunity, and in light of dialogue through which the 1993 Parliament has already begun, participants will be guided through a process of orientation for thought and action. Using music, visual art, drama, and creative exercises for audience participation, skilled members of the Parliament's facilitation team will provide an introduction to the goals of community-building, dialogue, conflict resolution, and interfaith multi-cultural collaboration.
Presenters will invite the audience to participate in the "Parliament of the People"-a guided open forum for dialogue, personal expression, and ongoing global project design that will last throughout the week. This plenary will conclude with an onstage friendship circle involving members of each tradition's Host Committee.
"VOICES OF SPIRIT AND TRADITION" Monday, August 30 2:00 PM–5:30 PM Grand and State Ballrooms Through music, visual art, poetry and sacred literature, glimpses of the deepest wisdom of the world's religious traditions will be shared. Master of Tai Chi, Al Huang, will weave magic and insight into passages read by skilled dramatists from diverse faith traditions. Material will reflect the myths, symbols, and rituals called upon to help us to heal discord, and restore our commitment to peace on this planet.
Introduction of Presidents Introduction to Program-Ms. Alene Valkanas, Illinois Arts Council "Symphony of Changes"-Kenneth Fields, composer The Bahá'í International Choir-Conducted by Tom Price (Director,
Bahá'í House of Worship Choir, Chicago) The CPWR Orchestra (Professional musicians from the Chicago area
who have generously donated their time and talent to help make
this concert possible) Written especially for the 1993 Parliament of the World's Religions the
"Symphony of Changes" -recently awarded the University of California's Corwin Prize for orchestral composition is based on the 64 hexagrams of the Chinese classic, The I Ching: the Book of Changes. Combining an interest in music and religious studies at UCSB's College of Creative Studies, Mr. Fields' work centers on processes that convert scripture into number into music. His first work, "The Genesis Quintet," converted the first six chapters of the Hebrew Bible into sound frequencies (Kabbalah). This piece, its eastern companion,
includes seven sacred prayers sung in their original languages. An original collection of 35 mm slide work is contributed by Ms. Mimi
Lobell of the Joseph Campbell Foundation. Introduction-Al Huang narrator "Passages: Scripture, Sacred Literature and Poetry" Native American Story-Joe Bruchac "Uniting the Twin Lands"-Cara-Marguerite-Drusilla, L.P.H. "Mythology/Theology of War and Peace" --David Miller Original Poetry-Ma Jaya "Peace of the Heart"-Samdhong Rinpoche Intermission: "Tai Chi Standing in Place" (audience participation)
led by Master Huang "Passages: Part II"-Al Huang narrator "The Song of the Prophet"-Ladjamaya Green
This evening's program was made possible by the generous support of Barbara and David Kipper and of the Charles Levy Co.
"Truth Spin" Dance---Mordine Company, Columbia College "Truth Spin," the work that begins Mordine Company's 24th season,
challenges audiences to ask: "How do our differences influence our perception of Truth?" In collaboration with Art Institute composerin-residence, Shawn Decker, Mordine has created an interactive musical performance which utilizes computer/synthesizer systems and special lighting effects in conjunction with live dancers. The Dance Center of Columbia College, founded by Shirley Mordine in 1969, has hosted over 150 guest artists, master teachers and per. forming companies. The Company and Dance Theatre has been a
leading force in Chicago Arts. "A River is Flowing" piano Interlude with slide show-Michael
Jones, recording artist "What if...?" (A performance piece which asks questions about living
in a better world) - Trainers from MIT's "Dialogue Project" "Improvisational Musicl Opening Spirit" -Michael Jones (Audience participates in this musical exercise to open hearts and minds.) "Dialogue Process"-Barbara Coffman & Ron Kertzner Slides, drama, and dance are incorporated into an exploration of the
Foundations of Dialogue including: "suspension/display" of thoughts and ideas, the difference between advocacy and inquiry,
the quality of listening, and the "ladder of inference." "The River is Flowing": Finale-Michael Jones (Music and slides) Introduction to the Parliament Program-Barbara Bernstein Visions for Global Unity-Ella Cisneros (Venezuelan philanthropist, and President and Founder of the Together
Foundation, Ella Cisneros is dedicated to establishing a common plat
form for communication that will facilitate positive social change.) Introduction: "Parliament of the People" --Barbara Marx Hubbard,
Brian Muldoon, Barbara Bernstein, Jim Lew, Billie Mayo
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