Nhất means "one", implying "first-class", or "of best quality"; Hạnh means "action", implying "right conduct", "good nature", or "virtue". He translated his Dharma names as "One" (Nhất) and "Action" (Hạnh). Sep 9, 2022 · An introduction to the life and teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, founder of Engaged Buddhism, prolific Zen teacher, best-selling author, and peace activist. Thich Nhat Hanh was one of those who chose to do both, and in doing so founded the Engaged Buddhism movement, coining the term in his book Vietnam: Lotus in a Sea of Fire. His life has since been dedicated to the work of inner transformation for the benefit of individuals and society. A new biographical documentary of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh narrated by actor Peter Coyote, A Cloud Never Dies weaves together original film and photographic archives, telling the story of a This website brings together many of the meditation practices taught by Thich Nhat Hanh, including silent sitting meditation the use of breath poems (known as gathas), guided meditations, and indoor and outdoor walking meditation. Thích Nhất Hạnh (October 11, 1926 - January 22, 2022) was a Vietnamese Buddhist monk, writer, teacher and peace activist. He spent many years living in the Plum Village meditation center, which he founded in 1982 in southwest France, while also travelling and teaching internationally. Widely considered the “father of mindfulness,” Thich Nhat Hanh has tirelessly dedicated his life to teaching the art of mindful living throughout the world, and his pioneering work has helped shape mindfulness practice as it is known today.