The quotations of

Thích Nhất Hạnh

Vietnamese Buddhist monk and activist

1926–2022

8 quotes.

To think in terms of either pessimism or optimism oversimplifies the truth. The problem is to see reality as it is.
The Miracle of Mindfulness: An Introduction to the Practice of Meditation (1999), Page 52
- Hope
- Truth & Lies
When you understand the roots of anger in yourself and in the other, your mind will enjoy true peace, joy and lightness.
Teachings on Love (2005) Full Circle Publishing
- Anger
The miracle is not to walk on water. The miracle is to walk on the green earth in the present moment, to appreciate the peace and beauty that are available now.
Touching Peace (1992), p. 1. Parallax Press
- Beauty
- Nature
If in our daily life we can smile, if we can be peaceful and happy, not only we, but everyone will profit from it.
Peace Is Every Step: The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life (1992) Bantam reissue
- Happiness
Children understand very well that in each woman, in each man, in each child, there is capacity of waking up, of understanding, and of loving.
Being Peace (2005)
- Children
Your true home is in the here and the now. It is not limited by time, space, nationality, or race.
“Returning Home”, Shambhala Sun (March 2006)
- Time
You are a miracle, and everything you touch could be a miracle.
Episode of the National Public Radio program Speaking of Faith: “Brother Thay: A Radio Pilgrimage with Thich Nhat Hanh” (2003)
- Inspiration
Other people can occupy your country, they can even put you in prison, but they cannot take away your true home and your freedom.
“Returning Home”, Shambhala Sun (March 2006)
- Freedom

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