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The Way Out is In Thich Nhat Hanh

The Way Out is In By Thich Nhat Hanh

The Way Out is In by Thich Nhat Hanh


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Summary

Distilling ancient Buddhist teachings into simple phrases, this book features authors calligraphy work.

The Way Out is In Summary

The Way Out is In: The Zen Calligraphy of the Father of Mindfulness by Thich Nhat Hanh

A profound guide to mindful living through the art of calligraphy from the father of mindfulness, Thich Nhat Hanh. Whilst the father of mindfulness was how zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh was best known, he was also a prolific author, poet, teacher, scholar and peace activist. Whilst mindfulness is now a universal concept and a widely practiced idea, it was Thich Nhat Hanh that first bought the practice to the West from the East, and his influence that made mindfulness truly accessible. After entering a Vietnamese monastery aged 16, Hanh went on to combine meditation practice with social action and scholarship. He was exiled from his home country after opposing the Vietnam war, which earned him admiration from Martin Luther King, who later nominated Hanh for a Nobel Peace Prize, hailing him an apostle of peace and nonviolence. Following his death, the Dalai Lama expressed how Hanh lived a truly meaningful life and urged his followers to continue his work to promote peace in the world. In developing his movement of 'engaged Buddhism' as well as his philosophy of 'interbeing', Hanh leaves behind him a worldwide influence and a legacy of mindfulness in the social mainstream.

Thich Nhat Hanh was also known as a master calligrapher, distilling ancient Buddhist teachings into simple phrases that resonate with our modern times, capturing and expressing his lifetime of meditative insight, peace and compassion. This book offers a rare opportunity to spend time in the presence of his beautiful creations. For Thich Nhat Hanh, creating calligraphy was more than creating art - it was also a meditative practice. He encouraged being fully present for every moment, from drinking his tea, to sitting down and taking a brush, and using the tea to make the ink. Each calligraphy is made of mindful sitting, breathing, walking, smiling - and love. By adopting the teachings in this book, readers are equipped with the skills needed to practice mindfulness in their everyday life, and continue Hanh's ground-breaking wisdoms.

The Way Out is In Reviews

'Printed on Asian rice paper with black ink brush lettering, this book truly elevates Hanh's work and the reader's experience of his art' - Natural Health

About Thich Nhat Hanh

Thich Nhat Hanh was born in Vietnam, but now lives in a monastic community in the south of France: he has also founded communities in New York, California, Mississippi, Australia, Germany, Hong Kong, Thailand and Vietnam. He is the author of over 100 books, including the bestselling The Miracle of Mindfulness, Peace is Every Step and The Art of Power. He is the founder of Plum Village, Europe's largest Buddhist monastery, near Bordeaux in southwest France.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Conscious Breathing * Chapter 2: Mindful Walking * Chapter 3: Looking Deeply * Chapter 4: Letting Go * Chapter 5: Being Here

Additional information

GOR008194858
9780500110287
050011028X
The Way Out is In: The Zen Calligraphy of the Father of Mindfulness by Thich Nhat Hanh
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Thames & Hudson Ltd
20150907
116
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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