Thich Nhat Hanh
Vietnamese monk, author, and poet
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About Thich Nhat Hanh
Thich Nhat Hanh’s teachings on mindfulness over the past six decades made him a global icon of peace. The monk and peace activist, who was also a poet, was barred from re-entering Vietnam after a visit to the United States in 1975 for denouncing the Vietnam War and calling for peace.
He is also the founder of the popular France-based Buddhism school, Plum Village Monastery. He authored more than 130 books including classics such as "Peace is Every Step", "The Art of Communicating" and "The Miracle of Mindfulness"
Family Life
His birth name was Nguyễn Xuân Bảo. He was the brother of Buddhist nun and peace activist Chân Không. His exile from Vietnam was lifted in 2005. He began residing there in 2018.
Achievements
He was the recipient of the Pacem in Terris Peace and Freedom Award and the Courage of Conscience Award.
Death
His death was linked to complications from a stroke. Thich Nhat Hanh was diagnosed with a stroke after being hospitalized in 2014.
Facts about Thich Nhat Hanh
The global peace icon was ordained as a monk just at the age of 16.
He had a deep understanding of Buddhism and applied his understanding in every aspect of society.
Trivia
His nickname was “father of mindfulness” and was also called "Thay", which is Vietnamese for "Teacher".
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F.A.Q. about Thich Nhat Hanh
When is his birthday?
Thich Nhat Hanh's birthday is on October 11, 1926.
In how many days is his birthday?
Thich Nhat Hanh's birthday is in 216 days
How old was Thich Nhat Hanh when he died?
He was 95 years old.
When did he die?
He died in January 22, 2022.
How old would he be today?
Thich Nhat Hanh would be 98 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Thich Nhat Hanh from?
He was born in Thừa Thiên, Central Vietnam.