As a draftee I spent my time in Vietnam back then, and today I am a proud member of Vietnam Veterans Against the War. I have never heard of the relationship between Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Thich Nhat Hanh and find it enlightening. I took the liberty of posting this article on the VVAW FB page.
Don't thank me for fighting, it wasn't my idea. But yes, I am proud of marching against the war in DC in the 70's and all of the protests I've been in since then. They are invigorating, every one. So thank you brother for marching together with me for peace and the story you told today.
And I say Amen, Jay. What an incredible alliance and friendship of which we had no knowledge. The travesty that was the Vietnam War becomes ever more clear ...
Like everyone else's comments this is the first time I have heard of Thay. You brought back to me a piece of history that is so moving and a desire to continue this battle for peace. Thank you.
Christopher, the non-violent resistance in SE Asia goes way, way back to resistance to the French failed attempt to reimpose colonialism after WWII. Share your research when it is known.
Bryan Sean McKown - my deepest appreciation for your generosity in 'gifting' me with a year's subscription to "The Status Kuo" -which I look forward to reading every time he writes something. I see by your comment today that your knowledge of History goes far beyond the average reader's - & mine, too. Kudos to you !!!
As a draftee I spent my time in Vietnam back then, and today I am a proud member of Vietnam Veterans Against the War. I have never heard of the relationship between Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Thich Nhat Hanh and find it enlightening. I took the liberty of posting this article on the VVAW FB page.
Thank you for telling their story.
Thank you for your service and for your courageous stance against the war.
Don't thank me for fighting, it wasn't my idea. But yes, I am proud of marching against the war in DC in the 70's and all of the protests I've been in since then. They are invigorating, every one. So thank you brother for marching together with me for peace and the story you told today.
Paul, I appreciate your story as well.
Beautiful beautiful piece- I’m in tears
Thank you for this.
Enlightened beings recognizing each other's gifts and burdens. Memory eternal.
I never knew that Thay and Martin Luther King were friends. I have always respected these great men.
Jay, your tribute of them both really warmed my heart. Now it is up to us to carry on their message.
Both men were Bodhisattva’s, their lives are still with us, beacons of truth, kindness and love, for us all to follow.
I agree. Both embodied that true quality of spirit.
And I say Amen, Jay. What an incredible alliance and friendship of which we had no knowledge. The travesty that was the Vietnam War becomes ever more clear ...
What a beautiful piece. Thank you.
Thank you for this
Like everyone else's comments this is the first time I have heard of Thay. You brought back to me a piece of history that is so moving and a desire to continue this battle for peace. Thank you.
I’ve never heard of Thay. I’m going to have to find out more about him. Thank you for the introduction.
(“There, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Thich Nhat Hanh and spoke about the necessity and moral urgency to oppose the war.”
I think you’re missing a word (verb?) or two there.)
Thanks. I really shouldn’t make changes to a piece after my editor had proofed it!
Christopher, the non-violent resistance in SE Asia goes way, way back to resistance to the French failed attempt to reimpose colonialism after WWII. Share your research when it is known.
Bryan Sean McKown - my deepest appreciation for your generosity in 'gifting' me with a year's subscription to "The Status Kuo" -which I look forward to reading every time he writes something. I see by your comment today that your knowledge of History goes far beyond the average reader's - & mine, too. Kudos to you !!!
I think of the Sub as a catalyst not a gift, Enjoy. 🙏
Thank you for writing this. I did not know this story but I am not surprised that two such men would find one another. Beautiful piece.
Your words are incredibly moving. Thank you.
Their relationship is something brand new to me. Thank you for this.
Keep up the good work, Jay. Your posts are clear, thorough, and in keeping with my own philosphy.
Thank you for posting this
Beautiful writing. Every day I learn more and more. Keep up the good work.
Thank you