In 'No Death, No Fear', renowned Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh explores the profound connections between life, death, and peace. Through poetic insights and mindfulness practices, he invites readers to confront their fears and embrace the impermanence of existence. With each page, he illuminates the path towards understanding the nature of life and the transformative power of love and compassion. This book reveals that death is not an end, but a continuation of the cycle of life, encouraging us to live fully in the present moment. Discover how to cultivate peace within and around you, and learn to see death as a vital part of life's journey.
By Thich Nhat Hanh
Published: 2003
"Life is a miracle, and death is a continuation of that miracle; we are all interconnected in a web of existence, and love is the thread that binds us."
"[Thich Nhat Hanh] shows us the connection between personal, inner peace and peace on earth." --His Holiness The Dalai Lama Nominated by Martin Luther King, Jr. for a Nobel Peace Prize, Thich Nhat Hanh is one of today’s leading sources of wisdom, peace, compassion and comfort. With hard-won wisdom and refreshing insight, Thich Nhat Hanh confronts a subject that has been contemplated by Buddhist monks and nuns for twenty-five-hundred years— and a question that has been pondered by almost anyone who has ever lived: What is death? In No Death, No Fear, the acclaimed teacher and poet examines our concepts of death, fear, and the very nature of existence. Through Zen parables, guided meditations, and personal stories, he explodes traditional myths of how we live and die. Thich Nhat Hanh shows us a way to live a life unfettered by fear.
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“Life is a miracle, and death is a continuation of that miracle; we are all interconnected in a web of existence, and love is the thread that binds us.”
No Death, No Fear
By Thich Nhat Hanh
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Thich Nhat Hanh (1926-2022) was a renowned Vietnamese Zen master, spiritual leader, and peace activist known for his impactful teachings on mindfulness and compassion. A prolific author, he wrote over 100 books, including notable works such as "The Miracle of Mindfulness," "Being Peace," and "The Art of Power." His writing style is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, making profound Buddhist teachings easy to understand for a broad audience. Thich Nhat Hanh was instrumental in popularizing mindfulness in the West, and he founded the Plum Village Tradition, emphasizing engaged Buddhism and the importance of mindful living.
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