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Acharya Lokesh honoured with Global Interfaith Unity Prize
This honor is in recognition of his efforts to advance universal cultural and human values and to safeguard international harmony.
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Acharya Lokesh receiving the Global Interfaith Unity Prize / Image- Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti
Spiritual Leader Acharya Lokesh received the Global Interfaith Unity Prize 2023’ for his contribution to the uplift of global cultural and human values and promotion and protection of world peace and harmony.
Thankful for the recognition, Acharya reflected on how it honors both Lord Mahavir and his teachings and the values embodied in India's Vasudev Kutumbum philosophy. The founder of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti emphasized that Indian culture is pluralist, unity in diversity is its fundamental characteristic, and its basic mantra is the harmony of all religions.
US Representative Danny K. Davis, Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer, American Multi Ethnic Coalition (AMEC) governor Dr Zenobia Sowell and AMEC executive director Naveen Karna presented him with the award at a special program organized at Bethel Mennonite Community Church, Chicago.
According to Danny K. Davis, Acharya Lokesh has been a pioneer in the promotion of global harmony and interfaith understanding through his work. He went on to describe Acharya Lokesh as the "messiah of humanity," someone who is always prepared to do humanitarian work beyond the borders of any country, and thus a "ray of hope" for the world.
Reverend Tony Bianchi, Pastor of Bethel Mennonite Community Church, and awards jury president Dr Vijay G. Prabhakar were also present at the function.
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