“Freedom from suffering is a great happiness.”

— Thích Nhất Hạnh, Old Path White Clouds, 1991

About Thích Nhất Hạnh

1926 – 2022

Vietnamese Zen Buddhist monk, teacher and peace activist.

“We have to accept death; it makes life possible.”

“If in our daily life we can smile, if we can be peaceful and happy, not only we, but everyone will profit from it.”

“When you feel anger arising, remember to return to your breathing and follow it.”

“Pass by us, and forgive us our happiness.”

“All becoming and growing—all that guarantees a future—involves pain.”

“Eating and reading are two pleasures that combine admirably.”

“Isn't it a pleasure to study and practice what you have learned?”

“The superior man thinks of virtue; the small man thinks of comfort.”

“The wise find pleasure in water; the virtuous find pleasure in hills.”