On the Passing of Zen Master Thích Nhất Hạnh

You are subscribed to Collected Releases for U.S. Department of State. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. On the Passing of Zen Master Thích Nhất Hạnh 01/23/2022 09:16 AM EST Ned Price, Department Spokesperson On behalf of the American people, we express our sincere condolences on the passing of Zen Master Thích Nhất Hạnh, a Buddhist monk, peace activist, and founder of the Engaged Buddhism movement and the Plum Village Tradition, a monastic practice centered on mindfulness. A world-renowned and beloved teacher and spiritual leader who reached people of all faiths, Thích Nhất Hạnh spent more than 60 years championing religious freedom, human rights, non-violence, and love to all.  His life's work earned him a Nobel Peace Prize nomination and many other commendations. He was a prominent presence far beyond the spiritual community, and the world will sorely miss Thích Nhất Hạnh's thoughtful voice.  As we reflect on his life, we remember his lasting legacy and the profound mark he left on humanity.  Our thoughts are with the people of Vietnam, where he was born and passed away, and also those around the world inspired by his gentle spirit. Stay connected with the State Department: External links found in this content or on Department of State websites that go to other non-Department websites should not be construed as an endorsement of the views or privacy policies contained therein.    Update your subscriptions, modify your password or email address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page. You will need to use your email address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please contact subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com. This email was sent to ignoble.experiment@arconati.us using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: U.S. Department of State · 2201 C Street NW · Washington, DC 20520