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Be inspired by 21 key writings on nonviolence and reconciliation by Vietnamese peace activist and refugee advocate Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh. "The essence of nonviolence is love," he asserts, emphasizing that selfless love naturally leads to effective nonviolent strategies. This collection of essays, written during pivotal moments of social change, serves as a vital resource for those involved in social work, community organizing, and political activism. Thich Nhat Hanh reflects on the devastation of war, arguing that ethical, altruistic love rooted in mindfulness is essential for sustainable political action. Having been a key figure in the Buddhist nonviolent movement for peace in Vietnam during the 1960s and participating in the Paris Peace Accords, he embodies the belief that "There is no way to peace. Peace is the way." This anthology includes essays linking outer engagement with inner peace work, as well as poetry and the poignant script of the 1972 play, The Path of Return Continues the Journey. The characters are based on the author's experiences, particularly the young volunteers from his School of Youth for Social Service, many of whom lost their lives for their efforts. Thich Nhat Hanh recounts a tragic event in which five young men were abducted and killed, highlighting their commitment to healing and reconstruction amidst war. This work serves as both an elegy and a prayer for peace, showcasing his deep sorrow an
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Love In Action, Thich Nhat Hanh, Brother Phap Huu, Daniel Berrigan
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- 2024
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- Titel
- Love In Action
- Untertitel
- Writings On Nonviolent Social Change, Second Edition
- Sprache
- Englisch
- Autor*innen
- Thich Nhat Hanh, Brother Phap Huu, Daniel Berrigan
- Verlag
- Parallax Press
- Erscheinungsdatum
- 2024
- Einband
- Paperback
- Seitenzahl
- 208
- ISBN10
- 1952692075
- ISBN13
- 9781952692079
- Reihe
- Schlagwörter
- Sachbücher, Sozialwissenschaften, Historisches Thema, Wahre Geschichten, Esoterik & Religion, Handel, Lebenshilfe, Politikwissenschaft, Religiöse Themen, Religion, Politik, Soziologie, Meinungsjournalismus, Buddhismus, Kommunikation, Politische Theorien, Kreativität, Geld, Motivation, Geist und Körper, Kreatives Schreiben, Frieden, Motivationsbücher, Soziale Aspekte, Buddha, Intuition, Verhandlung, Gewaltlosigkeit, Prokrastination
- Beschreibung
- Be inspired by 21 key writings on nonviolence and reconciliation by Vietnamese peace activist and refugee advocate Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh. "The essence of nonviolence is love," he asserts, emphasizing that selfless love naturally leads to effective nonviolent strategies. This collection of essays, written during pivotal moments of social change, serves as a vital resource for those involved in social work, community organizing, and political activism. Thich Nhat Hanh reflects on the devastation of war, arguing that ethical, altruistic love rooted in mindfulness is essential for sustainable political action. Having been a key figure in the Buddhist nonviolent movement for peace in Vietnam during the 1960s and participating in the Paris Peace Accords, he embodies the belief that "There is no way to peace. Peace is the way." This anthology includes essays linking outer engagement with inner peace work, as well as poetry and the poignant script of the 1972 play, The Path of Return Continues the Journey. The characters are based on the author's experiences, particularly the young volunteers from his School of Youth for Social Service, many of whom lost their lives for their efforts. Thich Nhat Hanh recounts a tragic event in which five young men were abducted and killed, highlighting their commitment to healing and reconstruction amidst war. This work serves as both an elegy and a prayer for peace, showcasing his deep sorrow an