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Article by Sukhdev Kaur Khalsa

Miri Piri Academy is proud to present a new recording of “Let There Be Peace,” performed by the students of MPA in Amritsar, India. This powerful track weaves together the sacred words of the 10th Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh, with an English prayer by Yogi Bhajan ji for global harmony.

The Story of This Recording:
Yogi Bhajan once said, “Your strength lies in your smiles and your songs.” He held a vision for Miri Piri Academy to develop many musical Jethas (groups), to share our music and the vibration of the Naad with the world.

This specific meditation, “Let There Be Peace,” has a history of meeting global crisis with sound. In 2003, at the brink of the Iraq War, Matmandir Singh Khalsa asked Yogi Bhajan “what mantra should we chant to bring about peace in the world?” Yogi Bhajan sent back a fax with five English lines instructing Matamandir Singh to alternate these lines with Ajai Alai. This meditation, normally called “Meditation for Peace”, combines the Ek Achari Chand of Guru Gobind Singh (Ajai Alai) – which builds the Radiant Body and grants the power to overcome any obstacle – with an affirmation of peace for the individual and the world.

Now, in 2026, as the world faces the tensions of the Iran War, Matamandir Singh—now a teacher at MPA—felt a call to bring this vibration alive once more. Within weeks of introducing the song to the students, this recording was born.

A Vision Realized:

At the heart of MPA is the principle of the Shabd Guru—the Sound Current as our teacher. This recording was made possible through the vision of Japjeet Kaur Khalsa, Head of School. With a rare combination of loving neutrality, humble seva, and the “sharpness of the sword” required to lead, she held the space for the students to find their voices. Without her unwavering support, this project would not have come to being.

How to Listen:
The video features a meditative loop of the Sri Harimandir Sahib (The Golden Temple), providing a visual anchor for your practice. We invite you to listen, chant along, and let the peace begin within you.

Musical Credits:
Performed by: Students of Miri Piri Academy
Composer (Music): Matamandir Singh Khalsa
Recorded at: The Music Masters
Graphics: Sukhdev Kaur Khalsa
Visuals: Harimandir Sahib (The Golden Temple) in Amritsar

Lyric Credits:
Ajai Alai: Written by Guru Gobind Singh Ji (from Jaap Sahib)
Let There Be Peace: Words by Yogi Bhajan (Siri Singh Sahib Bhai Sahib Harbhajan Singh Khalsa Yogi ji)

Special thanks to:
Matamandir Singh Khalsa (Vocals & Guitar Direction)
Ustad Narinder Singh (Indian Classical Vocals)
Ustad Murli Manohar (Tabla Teacher)
Japjeet Kaur Khalsa (MPA Head of School)

Lyrics & Meaning:
Let there be Peace
Let there be Peace of Mind
Let there be Peace with Mankind
Let there be Peace of the States
Let the World dwell within the Force of Peace
Ajai Alai – Invincible, Indestructible.
Abhai Abai – Fearless, Unchanging.
Abhoo Ajoo – Unborn. Beyond life birth & death.
Anaas Akaas – Imperishable. Within everything.
Agunj Abhunj – Unbreakable, Indivisible
Alukh Abhukh – Unseen, Free from wants.
Akaal Dyaal – Immortal, Kind.
Alaykh Abhayk – Unimaginable. Formless
Anaam Akaam – Nameless, Desireless.
Agaahaa Adhaahaa – Unfathomable, Undamageable.
Anaathay Pramaathay – Without a master. Destroyer of all.
Ajonee Amonee – Beyond birth & death. Beyond silence.
Na Raagay Na Rangay – More than love itself. Beyond all colours.
Na Roopay Na Raykhay – Formless. Beyond chakras.
Akaramung Abharamung – Beyond karma, Beyond doubt.
Aganjay Alaykhay – Unconquerable, Unimaginable.

About Miri Piri Academy:
Miri Piri Academy is located in the sacred city of Amritsar, India, the heart of Sikh Dharma, and the home of Siri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) that was brought to life by Guru Ram Das Sahib. We have 13 acres of beautiful land that hosts day and boarding school students, as well as adult courses and community events. Just 9 km from Siri Harmandir Sahib, experiencing the Golden Temple fulfills the longing of a lifetime for many Sikhs and Kundalini Yogis.

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