Sri Chinmoy presents the U Thant Peace Award to Pope John Paul II on the eve of the Holy Father’s birthday (18 May) at Sala Clementina in The Vatican, Vatican City.
While receiving the Award, the Holy Father is deeply moved and affectionately places his right hand on Sri Chinmoy’s left hand. Then he compassionately blesses the Award three times.
Quote by the Holy Father:
“I come as a pilgrim: a pilgrim in the cause of justice and peace and human solidarity — striving to build up the one human family.” — Pope John Paul II