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“The buddha called suffering a holy truth, because our suffering has the capacity of showing us the path to liberation. Embrace your suffering and let it reveal to you the way to peace.”

Quote by Nhat Hanh

Book:The Heart of the Buddha's Teaching: Transforming Suffering into Peace, Joy, and Liberation

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The Heart of the Buddha's Teaching: Transforming Suffering into Peace, Joy, and Liberation

This book delves into the essential principles of Buddhism, offering insights on how to alleviate suffering and achieve a state of inner peace and freedom. more

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Nhat Hanh

Thich Nhat Hanh is a Vietnamese-French monk, writer, and peace activist. Born on October 11, 1926, he is a prominent figure in the Zen Buddhist tradition, known for his simple yet profound teachings and advocacy for peace. more

“We should be able to bring the practice of meditation hall into our daily lives. We need to discuss among ourselves how to do it. Do you practice breathing between phone calls? Do you practice smiling while cutting carrots? Do you practice relaxation after hard hours of work? These are practical questions. If you know how to apply meditation to dinner time, leisure time, sleeping time, it will penetrate your daily life, and it will also have a tremendous effect on social concerns.”