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The Manifesto Sent to UNESCO

Thich Nhat Hanh · March 5, 2000 · Plum Village, France
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This talk deeply reflects on global suffering and the urgent need for peace, global ethics, and shared responsibility. The text emphasizes universal ethical principles including: respect for life, rejection of violence in all forms, extending compassion, listening and respecting the right to free speech, responsible consumption, and building a united community. A specific story is told about Pierre Marchand, who contributed to promoting the United Nations resolution on peace and non-violence. The text also discusses the application of universal ethics in daily life and promotes the practice of peace, deeply reflecting the Buddhist philosophy of interdependence and shared responsibility.