The Great Bell / Chuông Vĩ Đại

[@begonalaka9259]

"What Thay transmitted to all of us, as his students, was this deep confidence that in each of us is the possibility to flower like Thay, to flower like the Buddha, to be such a beautiful flower"

[@juliajarvis9321]

one time at a retreat with thay, he said, "one day you will hear that i have died. don't believe it." i am trying not to believe it and i feel his presence with us all. may we all remember to walk with him holding his hand. thank you thay for saving my life, my heart, my spirit.

[@barbraesher]

Thank you Julia, I heard him say the same thing at the last 21 day retreat Thay gave in Plum Village! I had forgotten those words and appreciate your reminder. And I am also reminded how deeply we are interconnected.

[@mariac5942]

I cried this morning, but then I came back into myself, and yes I don't believe it. He's alive.

[@MrAmyhutto]

I will never forget attending a "day of mindfulness" event at spirit rock meditation center in wood acre ca, circa 1999. The moment I laid eyes on him, walking slowly, holding hands with children, I burst into tears and cried for ten minutes. Such a powerful teacher. Such a powerful peace.

[@thienvipassana01]

Thank you, who brought the essence of Buddhism from the East to the West, who connected the harmony between religions, who transformed the higher philosophy of Buddhism into ordinary joys in everyday life... Even though he's gone, he's not gone. He is still here, in the hearts of wise and peace-loving people🌻🙏🙏🙏

[@carole979]

I am so happy to have found Thay. It has only been a bit over a year. My life is changing. I am 81 and feel I am starting anew. Thank You🌼

[@sharonobrien7341]

Thank you, Thay, for sharing your teachings, your wisdom, your love and your humour with us. Your teachings have made such a difference in my life. Deep bows of gratitude. There is no coming, no going. I will look for you in the plants, the rain, the sky. 🙏

[@dalewilbanks]

We love you Thay, we are your continuation.

[@lalotse]

The man who brought me to Buddhism in 1999 died on my birthday 🙏 I met him 2013. So thankful for all the lessons ❤️

[@bettinaheitmann9145]

Happy Continuation Day!

[@Lilandra81]

I will forever be grateful to Thay. These gentle teachings changed my life.

[@Gema.85]

Thank you for leading me through depression and confusion. 🙏🙏🙏

[@barbarahomann9439]

What a precious and humble human being. He will be missed dearly and his teachings and activism will live on in us and with us.

[@evangelinacortes708]

Thank you so much for giving me this essential gift The Great Bell. The sound is like an extraordinary massage to my soul. I'm so grateful for being there tomorrow morning to express my gratitude with the Community of marvelous teacher all of you dear Brothers and Sisters. Lots of hugs. Evangelina Cortes.

[@pltirone]

I have been immersed most recently in his book, Zen and the Art of Saving the Planet. I have never learned more about mindfulness or myself. So grateful for his life and all he has left in us.

[@HanhYogananda]

Walking to the hall at Five AM . Hearing the bell. That's a feeling I will never forget. Looking up at the stars hearing the Monks sing. That lives in my heart forever. Bow

[@slane_design]

Dear Beloved Thay, I know you will always walk beside us, always. So grateful for your presence in the world, your teachings and your love. 🙏 I will be looking for you everywhere.

[@ninabarlevypsy.d.6071]

Words simply cannot describe the effect Thay had on my life. Thank you, Thay. Peace.

[@nealchawla2661]

I felt a great sadness immediately arise upon hearing the news of Thich Nhat Hanh’s passing. It hurts, and I’ve learned how to be with the hurtness and offer myself love and compassion. Thank you, Thay.

[@zoesalbsh9043]

I feel the same,dear friend. Tears have fallen on and off since I heard the news 8.15pm gmt last night, but also a smile has remained on my face. I am sitting with physical pain in my chest 😞 😢

[@WeyMama]

That's the key that I'm re-learning minute by minute: It is okay to feel however we feel, as long as we are present with it. I've been trying to give these feelings lots of space. Right now I'm finding that listening to this Great Bell while I work helps me focus a bit better.

[@louiseearhart6619]

Thank you everyone for your comments.

[@barbraesher]

"Listen listen to the sound of the bell May all who listen transcend suffering and Awaken from forgetfulness" Such profound memories listening to the Great Bell at monasteries all over the world, particularly before 6 am practice! Grateful for this opportunity to continue listening to our bell, and listen to my heart as I touch so much gratitude for Thay's teachings, and all of his ancestors that have continued through him and now, through us.

[@lilles311]

I was initially feeling heartbroken learning of Thay's passing from this earth. But, then, I began to feel so grateful. So grateful for the wisdom he bestowed to us, and always letting us know that we are his equal. He's changed my life in more ways than I can count. Thank you, Thay. Thank you. Breathing in I relax my body Breathing out I smile Staying in this moment I know this is a wonderful moment Thank you

[@shauneses.377]

because of Thay's teachings i began to more earnestly practice in the way of buddhist teachings and found a local sangha that follows his teachings as well. I am immensely grateful. Continue to walk in peace, Teacher.

[@Andirooify]

"I will continue to be. But you have to be very careful to see me. I will be a flower or a leaf. I will be in those forms and send you a greeting. If you are aware enough, you will recognize me, and you will be smiling at me. I will be very happy about it." ~Thich Nhat Hanh

[@slane_design]

And I will be looking for him in each moment, each flower and each smile I see.

[@MrStangzero]

Thank you for embodying the best of humanity. We will miss u!

[@moseleyartist]

So honored to have been in the presence of this great soul... and to be in the presence of Thay was to be in touch with presence itself

[@pzamarra]

Words cannot express my deep reverence, love, and appreciation for you. May I be worthy continuation of your great love and brilliance.

[@stephaniebenn2202]

Dear Thay, I feel your presence in the darkness of this cold winter night and in the warmth and radiance of your beautiful smile and the generous embrace of your loving kindness.

[@lavenderliger5154]

I have read his books & watched his teachings. A wise gentle beautiful master. Thank you Thay ❤️☮️🕉️😘 we will miss you.

[@kathleenmcgregor4641]

We were blessed with his presence.

[@adin4407]

His essence is still present in his Teachings.

[@xedang6576]

Con cam on con nghe chuong nguoi con nhe khong can thang 🙏🙏🙏☸️🌷🌷🌷

[@CurtisRobertsonJr]

Thank you Dear Beloved Thay. Bowing Deeply with reverence and gratitude. No coming, no going ... 🙏🏽

[@cherieleeishere]

🙏🏽In deep gratitude for your life and teachings in which you so generously shared 🙏🏽

[@juanitarice5506]

1 minute ago "I will continue to be. But you have to be very careful to see me. I will be a flower or a leaf. I will be in those forms and send you a greeting. If you are aware enough, you will recognize me, and you will be smiling at me. I will be very happy about it." ~Thich Nhat Hanh

[@1000ellipses]

Merci, Thay, pour m'avoir fait découvrir le bouddhisme d'une façon si simple et authentique. Je ne vous ai vu qu'une fois mais vous m'avez montré le chemin que j'avais un peu oublié.

[@mindynguyen7905]

Nam mo a di da phat 🙏 🙏🙏

[@HaiHoang-xx4pk]

Holding Thay in our hearts.

[@marlenemolina4016]

Happy continuation day dear Thay in the sound of the bell your energy lives ❤️🙏

[@merrywong1092]

Our hearts are heavy ... the sky is brilliant today with love

[@shrutijoshi553]

Being mindful all the time even in sleep, which I learned from Thich ji 🙏💐 With deep gratitude & lots of Metta to everyone.

[@JamesAlphin]

What a life. Happy continuation day! ~~~

[@Peace4All09]

✨💖✨ Respected Loved Thay Thank You For You ✨💖✨

[@stdnqe]

Thank you Thay🌷🙏🏻

[@jumpersamy1300]

rest in peace thay, you are always in everyone of us 🤍🙏

[@youngpark6320]

5 Fave Thay quotes- -Waking up this morning, I smile. Twenty-four brand new hours are before me. I vow to live fully in each moment and to look at all beings with eyes of compassion. -Awareness is like the sun. When it shines on things, they are transformed. -May our heart's garden of awakening bloom with hundreds of flowers. -We are here to awaken from our illusion of separateness. -Thanks to impermanence, everything is possible.

[@paulahanke3461]

Thank you brother, that was beautifully done.

[@nuagele9120]

Thank you 🙏 such a beautiful day!

[@carolweinrod-velez290]

Deep gratitude 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼

[@tamhientata3435]

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[@abrooklyngirllinda]

thank you.

[@laharina7269]

❤️🙏 Deep Gratitude

[@hormigamuerta]

Deep gratitude

[@christopherrojas6480]

Om Ami Dewa Hri 🙏🌊🌈

[@davidrampy6042]

I have arrived I am home🙏

[@nbyfwalex]

Very peaceful

[@nbyfwalex]

Great camera too

[@annelogged]

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[@jengmetzger]

Deep bows

[@amykrantz.472]

We were so blessed to have witnessed His presence and to have walked with Thay. True Joy ( Amy Krantz)

[@muzentsereiki5457]

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[@dianegowland5866]

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[@Amyjeweler]

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[@juanquintero9023]

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[@MrGERARDOMARIA]

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[@xedang6576]

Con thay 3 thay dung chuong dai hong , con tim khong thay , quy thay de len dutip cho con xem con cam on

[@xedang6576]

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[@robertlurye66]

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[@sergioalvarez2902]

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[@airyozone6499]

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[@catfancy41]

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[@xedang6576]

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[@andreabennett9196]

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[@xedang6576]

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