[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 39 (Thursday, April 7, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E578-E579]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING THE LIFE AND CONTRIBUTIONS OF YOGI BHAJAN

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                               speech of

                          HON. HEATHER WILSON

                             of new mexico

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, April 5, 2005

  Mrs. WILSON of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Yogi 
Bhajan, a leader, and friend to me, the State of New Mexico and many 
others ranging from America to his native country of India. Yogi died 
peacefully in his sleep at age 75 surrounded by his family in Espanola, 
New Mexico.
  Upon his arrival to America in the 1960's, Yogi immigrated to 
northern New Mexico and founded the Sikh Dharma in Espanola.
  By 1971 Sikh Dharma was officially recognized as a religion in 
America due to Yogi's determined efforts. Through Yogi Bhajan's non-
profit 3H, Healthy, Happy, Holy Organization, he touched the lives of 
millions throughout the world.
  Yogi's name has been a staple throughout New Mexico for decades 
through his many business endeavors throughout the State. Among his 
many businesses, Akal Security, founded in 1980 by the Sikh Dharma, now 
thrives in multiple States and throughout the country by providing 
security to numerous military installations as well as private 
corporations throughout the world.

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  Over 200 books have been written based on his teachings, as well as 
CD's, videos, paintings, and sculptures. Yogi wrote over 30 books 
including The Teachings of Yogi Bhaian, Furmaan Khalsa, Masters Touch, 
and Mind and Its 81 Facets.
  Yogi Bhajan believed ``It is a birthright to be healthy, happy, and 
holy'' and lived his life accordingly. He will be missed but Yogi 
Bhajan left a legacy in New Mexico, America, and the world that will 
not be forgotten.

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