Brahma Kumaris Global Co-operation House

25/11/2025

An Evening with Professor James Mallinson: Illuminating the Hatha Yoga Pradipika

A deeply insightful evening unfolded at The Nehru Centre as Professor James Mallinson of the University of Oxford shed light on one of the most important early texts on Hatha Yoga — the Hatha Yoga Pradipika.

Professor Mallinson shared the historical roots of the text, its author Svātmārāma, and the meaning of pradipika — “that which casts light.”
He beautifully explained how the text goes far beyond physical postures, presenting Hatha Yoga as a complete inner discipline involving:
• breath
• energy channels
• mental focus
• purification

He emphasised that Hatha Yoga is presented as the foundation for Raja Yoga, preparing the body and mind for meditation, stillness and higher awareness.

The session also highlighted the importance of creating an accurate critical edition of the manuscript, so modern readers can access the teachings clearly and authentically.

It was an evening where deep scholarship met spiritual clarity — reminding us that Yoga is ultimately a journey of inner transformation, not mere physical practice.

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25/11/2025

Mitzvah Day - faith-led day of social action - at Alyth Reform Synagogue, where people of different faiths got together to help prepare soup for Alyth’s Big Soup Serve project now in its 20th year. The soup was going to be served the next day at the Monday club and also frozen to keep for the night shelter next month for people who are homeless. People of six different faiths took part, including Rt Revd Dr Anderson Jeremiah, Bishop of Edmonton, Fauzia Saeed of Muslim World League London Office, Rabbi Hannah Kingston and Laura Marks from Alyth, Padideh Sabeti from the Bah’ai community, Rachel Priestman from Global Co-operation House and others. A really lovely evening doing something practical together whilst enjoying each others’ company.

11/11/2025

Honouring Remembrance Day at City Hall, London

Sister Dipti and Sister Rachel attended a moving Annual Remembrance Day Service at City Hall, London, hosted by the Greater London Authority, London Assembly, and the City Hall Branch of the Royal British Legion.

The ceremony brought together people of all faiths and backgrounds — including representatives of the Armed Forces, faith communities, public service, reservists, cadets, borough mayors, and London government leaders.

The service featured heartfelt readings, interfaith prayers, and hymns, followed by the two-minute silence at 11am and a wreath-laying ceremony.

The London International Gospel Choir gave stirring performances of “They Shall Not Grow Old” and “You Raise Me Up.”
Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London, read “In Flanders Fields” by John McCrae, and The Right Reverend Lynne Cullens, Bishop of Barking, reminded all of “the chilling, devastating cost of war — 75 million lives across World War II alone. Today we remember the price paid for our peace.”

Let us continue to keep peace alive — in our hearts, our homes, and our world.

01/11/2025

At Global Cooperation House London, Brahma Kumaris UK recently hosted a deeply inspiring Global Ethical Stocktake dialogue, bringing together a beautifully diverse community — from organisations like the Yoko Forum and Harrow Interfaith, to individuals of different faiths and generations including Jainism, Christianity, food advocacy groups, and young changemakers.

Participants reflected on key questions proposed by the COP30 Presidency, sharing heartfelt insights on ethics, sustainability, and our shared responsibility for the planet.

The dialogue concluded with a soulful space of poetry, gratitude, prayer, and meditation, uniting everyone in peace and purpose.




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20/10/2025

On this Diwali Dadi Janki reminds us
to be what we are...
Just by being who we really are - beings of light and love
- the darkness can be dispelled.
Let us all this Diwali,
shine the light of pure and powerful love
from the Divine to the whole world.

10/10/2025

08/10/2025

Soulful Strength – A Celebration of Diversity within Challenging Times

In a world facing uncertainty, our real strength lies in unity, resilience, and the beauty of our differences. This inspiring in-house event invites you to explore how diversity, when embraced through a spiritual lens, becomes a journey of growth and divine purpose.

Join us for an afternoon of Sacred Dialogue, featuring creative expressions in music, song, and storytelling — honouring Black History Month.

Speakers & Guests:
Clarke Peters – acclaimed actor, director, and meditation practitioner with the Brahma Kumaris.
Sister Maureen Goodman – Programme Director, Brahma Kumaris UK, and representative at the UN, Vienna.

Date: Sunday, 12 October
Time: 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Venue: Global Co-operation House, Willesden Green, London NW10 2HH
Registration required : https://globalcooperationhouse.org/whatson-full/singleevent/6857128
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Let’s come together to celebrate the soulful strength that connects us all.

10/09/2025

Music uplifts the spirit. Today, I listen to sounds that awaken joy and love.

07/09/2025

A gentle touch of care can heal a distressed heart. Today, I extend a hand of friendship.

07/09/2025

International Day of Clean Air

Just as clean air is vital, so are clean thoughts and words. Today, I choose purity.

03/09/2025

The eyes are the window of the soul. Today, may my eyes radiate light and peace.

03/09/2025

Today, I choose to hear only goodness and let go of what does not serve me.