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For a Future to Be Possible Paperback – January 1, 2007

by Thich Nhat Hanh (Author)

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The Five Mindfulness Trainings ? to not kill, steal, commit adultery, lie, or take intoxicants ? are the basic statement of ethics and morality in Buddhism. In this fully revised edition, Zen master and peace activist Thich Nhat Hanh argues eloquently for their universal applicability in daily situations. Nhat Hanh discusses in depth the value and meaning of each precept, offering insights into the roles that they could play in our changing society. In a world marked by moral and spiritual emptiness, he says, The Five Mindfulness Trainings offer a path to the restoration of meaning and value. The author calls the trainings a ?diet for a mindful society that transcends sectarian boundaries, and he presents simple yet powerful ways that people can come together around them to explore and sustain a sane, compassionate, and healthy way of living.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Parallax Pr; Revised edition (January 1, 2007)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 147 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1888375663
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1888375664
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.5 x 0.5 x 6.5 inches

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Thich Nhat Hanh (1926–2022) was a Vietnamese Buddhist Zen Master, poet, and peace activist and one of the most revered and influential spiritual teachers in the world. Born in 1926, he became a Zen Buddhist monk at the age of sixteen. His work for peace and reconciliation during the war in Vietnam moved Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to nominate him for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1967. In Vietnam, Thich Nhat Hanh founded Van Hanh Buddhist University and the School of Youth for Social Service, a corps of Buddhist peace workers. Exiled as a result of his work for peace, he continued his humanitarian efforts, rescuing boat people and helping to resettle refugees. In 1982 he established Plum Village France, the largest Buddhist monastery in Europe and the hub of the international Plum Village Community of Engaged Buddhism. Over seven decades of teaching, he published a hundred books, which have been translated into more than forty languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide.

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Excellent A+++

Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2023

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The book arrived way ahead of the promised time. It's in better condition than prescribed. Will definitely buy from this seller again.

Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2014

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Hanh's insight into the Precepts is profound and lucid. Although I am directly part of his lineage, I enjoy his teaching on the Precepts and his philosophy on engaged Buddhism. I've read a few of his books and have many more to read. I am reading this in preparation for receiving the Precepts. So far, Aitken's and Hanh's texts are a must read before you tackle the many commentaries.

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ReverendMike

Should be taught in ethics class

Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2008

I wish some of our secular institutions still taught ethics. If they did, this book would be an excellent addition to the syllabus. The thoughts are practical, cross-cultural, and cross-religious spectrum.

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Great read to change your life

Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2018

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Very clear, concise in its writing. Easy to understand. Shows how concepts not only apply to your life, but ways in which to apply the lessons

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Richard Reilly

From someone who has taught ethics at the college level ...

Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2015

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From someone who has taught ethics at the college level for forty years, I say this: For a Future to be Possible is the most insightful and humane work on ethics for a general audience that I know. I gifted my granddaughter with a copy on her 16th birthday.

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Muddy Lotus

Wonderful book!

Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2012

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This is my favorite book by Thich Nhat Hahn, and maybe one of the best I have ever read. It is the distilled wisdom of a life lived without flinching and yet lived sweetly, that I could ever imagine. If there are Bodhisattvas living among us, I think this man is one of them.

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Cindy

Perfect!

Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2014

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I really love this book! Gives a very good image about buddishm, that is why I bought the book. Wanted to learn more about buddism. If you're thinking the same, then I really recommend this book. English is sometimes a bit difficult, but it is def do-able :)

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Patrick V.

Should be mandatory

Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2014

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Beautiful, easy to understand, easy to follow, and life changing. Everyone should read Thay's words and practice them regularly, they can change how you see the world in a very profound way.

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