Thich Nhat Hanh Quotes on Love
Thich Nhat Hanh was a Vietnamese Zen Buddhist monk, peace activist, and one of the most influential teachers of contemporary engaged Buddhism. This page collects quotes attributed to Thich Nhat Hanh on the topic of love, drawn from across the philosopher's works.
Quotes
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“Birds' songs express joy , beauty, and purity, and evoke in us vitality and love . So many beings in the universe love us unconditionally. The trees, the water, and the air don't ask anything of us; they just love us. Even though we need this kind of love, we continue to destroy them. By destroying the animals, the air, and the trees, we are destroying ourselves.”
Love in Action: Writings on Nonviolent Social Change (1993), p. 131 -
“Love in Action: Writings on Nonviolent Social Change (1993), p. 131”
Birds' songs express joy , beauty, and purity, and evoke in us vitality and love . So many beings in the universe love us unconditionally. The trees, the water, and the air don't ask anything of us; they just love us. Even though we need this kind of love, we continue to destroy them. By destroying the animals, the air, and the trees, we are destroying ourselves. -
“Teachings on Love (2005) Full Circle Publishing ISBN 81-7621-167-2”
When you understand the roots of anger in yourself and in the other, your mind will enjoy true peace, joy and lightness -
“Teachings on Love (2005) Full Circle Publishing ISBN 81-7621-167-2”
When you feel anger arising, remember to return to your breathing and follow it. The other person may see that you are practicing, and she may even apologize. -
“Your first love has no beginning or end. Your first love is not your first love, and it is not your last. It is just love. It is one with everything.”
Cultivating the Mind of Love (2005) Full Circle Publishing ISBN 81-216-0676-4 -
“Cultivating the Mind of Love (2005) Full Circle Publishing ISBN 81-216-0676-4”
Your first love has no beginning or end. Your first love is not your first love, and it is not your last. It is just love. It is one with everything.