Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh was a global spiritual leader, poet and peace activist, revered around the world for his pioneering teachings on mindfulness, global ethics and peace.
In the West he played a key role in introducing mindfulness and created mindful communities (sanghas) around the world. His teachings have impacted politicians, business leaders, activists, teachers and countless others.
Thich Nhat Hanh has published more than 100 books, including classics like The Miracle of Mindfulness and Peace is Every Step.
Thich Nhat Hanh is sometimes referred to as ‘Thay’, meaning teacher in Vietnamese.
Thay passed away in Januari 2022 at the age of 95. His teachings are continued through his books and the many mindful communities he created through-out his life, of which Plum Village is the most well known.