Book Review: ‘Teachings on Love’ by Thich Nhat Hanh

Book Title: Teachings on Love
Author: Thich Nhat Hanh
Publisher: Aleph Book Company
Number of Pages: 192
ISBN: 978-9365235852
Date Published: Nov. 5, 2025
Price: INR 310

Book Review

Thich Nhat Hanh’s “Teachings on Love” is a deeply moving and comprehensive guide to cultivating true love based on mindfulness, compassion, and understanding. Through a rich tapestry of teachings, meditation practices, and reflections, the book explores the Four Immeasurable Minds—love, compassion, joy, and equanimity—as the foundation for authentic love that heals and transforms both the individual and the community. The warmth and clarity in Thich Nhat Hanh’s approach make the profound Buddhist wisdom accessible, encouraging readers to nurture love in a way that embraces self-care, deep listening, and genuine presence.

The book stands out for its practical and heartfelt guidance on how to integrate love into everyday life—not as an abstract ideal but as a lived experience reflected in speech, actions, and relationships. Themes such as self-love, deep listening, loving speech, respectful sexual relationships, and community care provide a holistic vision of love that transcends mere emotion to include responsibility and mindfulness. This makes it a precious resource for those seeking to cultivate meaningful connections and to create harmony in personal relationships, families, and broader society.

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“Teachings on Love” is both a spiritual manual and a compassionate companion that invites continuous practice of mindful living and love in action. Its insights remind us that love is a practice available to all, and that through understanding and care, one can experience joy and peace while alleviating the sufferings of self and others. The book resonates as a timeless call to live with mindful love in every moment, making it an inspiring and invaluable read for anyone on a path of personal growth and social healing.

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