The Old Time
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was a young adult living in Europe to the present day.
Candid and direct in both style and tone, Supreme Master Ching Hai’s poems vividly portray the impermanent nature of life. In this collection, tale after tale of disillusionment, profound sadness, stinging betrayal and other disappointments all too common in our romantic endeavors are intimately told. Earnestly affectionate, yet
sometimes struck by tragic or unrequited love, the Poet’s intrinsic desire for the Truth constantly shines through, like a star sparkling in the night’s indigo sky.
The yearning for belongingness, inherent in human beings, is coupled with a yearning for total freedom. Such is the paradox of the heart; it wishes to settle down and yet does not want to feel trapped in an ordinary life. This intense dissonance is indicative of a deep-rooted longing for a greater Love and Freedom. Admonishing against superficiality and hypocrisy, the Poet is impassioned about being Free and True to Oneself.
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Supreme Master Ching Hai is a world-renowned spiritual teacher, artist and humanitarian, whose loving assistance extends beyond all cultural boundaries. She was born in central Au Lạc (Vietnam), studied in Europe, and worked there for the Red Cross. She soon realized that suffering exists in all corners of the globe, and Her yearning to find a remedy became the foremost goal in Her life. She then embarked on a journey in search of spiritual enlightenment. Eventually, in the Himalayas in India, She received from a true Master the divine transmission of the inner Light and Sound, which She later called the Quan Yin Method. After a period of diligent practice, She attained the Great Enlightenment.
At the earnest request of those around Her, She shared the Quan Yin Method of meditation with others, encouraging them to look within to find their own divine greatness. Supreme Master Ching Hai has also authored books that have become #1 international bestsellers, namely The Birds in My Life, The Dogs in My Life, and The Noble Wilds. Now translated into several languages, these volumes reveal many telepathic and spiritual insights into the deep emotions and thoughts of our treasured animal co-inhabitants, highlighting their gracious spirit and unconditional love.
Supreme Master Ching Hai is among notable pioneers in our society today who wisely and courageously express concern about climate change. She introduced the Alternative Living and SOS global warming campaigns and appeared as honored Guest Speaker at conferences to bring to the public’s attention the root cause of the planet’s current disasters and their prime solution: a compassionate, vegan lifestyle.
