Thich Nhat Hanh No Mud No Lotus Pendant Necklace - Necklaces

Thich Nhat Hanh No Mud No Lotus Pendant Necklace

$48.00
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Thich Nhat Hanh No Mud No Lotus Pendant Necklace - Necklaces

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Thich Nhat Hanh No Mud No Lotus Pendant Necklace

$48.00

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Pewter pendant shaped like a hand-pressed wax seal, stamped with Thich Nhat Hanh's own calligraphy reading "no mud no lotus." The teaching points to resilience: the lotus can only bloom by rooting in muddy water. Strung on a plum rope cord in honor of Plum Village, it is worn as a private vow or given to someone moving through hardship.

Details
  • Design: Hand-pressed pewter medallion shaped like an antique wax seal, stamped with Thich Nhat Hanh's calligraphy reading "no mud no lotus." Licensed by the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation
  • Size: Pewter seal 1 x 1 inch. Cord adjusts to a maximum length of 27 inches
  • Material: Pewter pendant on a plum-colored rope cord with pewter slider closure
  • Care: Keep away from water, perfume, and lotions. Store in a soft pouch away from other jewelry to protect the pressed detail
  • Origin: Handmade in Canada
  • Note: Slight variations in size, texture, or finish are natural and add to each piece's individual character
Meaning & Intention

"No mud, no lotus" is one of Thich Nhat Hanh's best-known teachings: the lotus cannot bloom without rooting in murky pond water. Its beauty is not in spite of the mud but because of it.

The pendant reproduces his handwriting cast as an old wax seal. Seals historically marked something as authentic and meant only for the recipient, so wearing one suggests a private vow.

The plum rope cord nods to Plum Village, the meditation community he founded in France, tying the piece back to the source of the teaching.

On hard days, a hand on the seal is a small cue to reframe whatever mud you stand in as the ground where something worth having can grow.

Essence & Elements

Intention: Resilience, growth, perseverance, hope

Symbol: Lotus, wax seal

Chakra connection: Crown

Ideal for: Anyone moving through a difficult season, in recovery, or drawn to Thich Nhat Hanh's teachings

Suggested mantra: No mud, no lotus

Questions & Guidance

Is this an officially licensed Thich Nhat Hanh piece?

Yes. It is produced under license from the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation and reproduces his own handwriting for the inscription.

Is the pendant real silver?

No. It is cast pewter, which gives the piece a matte, antique wax-seal finish and a lightweight feel on the cord.

Who is this a good gift for?

Someone moving through recovery, grief, or a hard transition, or a student of Thich Nhat Hanh looking for something to hold during meditation and difficult days.

How do I set an intention with it?

Rest a hand on the seal before putting it on and repeat "no mud, no lotus," letting the phrase reframe whatever you are working through as ground for growth.

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  • 4 stars: 8 (17%)
  • 3 stars: 1 (2%)
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Greg Taylor
Love love love it

Love love love it.

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DP
Beautiful!

I absolutely LOVE this! So meaningful! The only thing I would change is that I will probably re-string it on a black cord with sliding knots instead of the silver slider. The plum is lovely, but it's not a color I can wear with everything - and I want to wear this pendant all. the. time.

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Customer

A lot smaller than I anticipated.

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Todd J.
Love my necklace!

I ♡ my "no mud/no lotus necklace. I wear it daily.

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cristina p.
Absolutely love it.

Absolutely love it.

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Theodora Szuba

Love the saying very much. To me depicts life.

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Marcy H.

Sturdy, substantial and simple. I love it!

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Tracey W.
Great quality

High quality necklace. I don’t wear necklaces often but I love this one.

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Rich K.
Good But Not Great

I like the thought on the pendant but the pendant itself is a bit underwhelming in size and looks. It’s too lite in weight and significance for my tastes. If you get close enough, you can actually see it…Quality overall is good…

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Lauren C.
I also purchased this for

I also purchased this for my mother and it is beautifully made. She can’t stop talking about it and how she loves it. Highly recommend this company, they’re nice and package everything beautifully.

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Andrew Kaliszewski

Great

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Beth S.
Good quality, I'm glad I bought it.

This is lovely--just as pictured. It adjusts easily and feels like it will last.

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Ellen R.
The size is perfect and

The size is perfect and the quality seems excellent!

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Angela P.
Beautiful reminder

Arrived quickly, exactly as described. I had concerns the strings in back would be irritating (when wearing shorter length, closer to the neck) but it’s not irritating at all and stays tucked under the back of my shirt. Love that it’s adjustable. I’ve worn every day since receiving.

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Evelyn K.
Thank you. It is very

Thank you. It is very special to me.

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Catherine R.
A Reminder of Beloved Thay

I love the medallion on my necklace, but I wish the cord were different. I knotted the end so the necklace wouldn’t fall off, but the knot is constantly down at the bottom. All day I have to keep moving it. Perhaps you could try a different material? But I do love the medallion itself and it will be a forever reminder (not that I need a physical one) of Beloved Thay!

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Ralph C.
It’s beautiful!! Just wish it

It’s beautiful!!
Just wish it was a little bit bigger so you could read the Caption.
But Buddha groove has a satisfied customer:pray::skin-tone-6::+1::skin-tone-6:

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Judi A.
The recipient of this gift

The recipient of this gift loved it!!

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Carrie E.
No Mud No Lotus Pendant Necklace

I love my necklace. It is beautiful. I love the adjustable leather-like chain. I have received so many compliments.

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Deborah G.
Love it

Love it

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Richard C.
Thich Naht Hahn necklaces

I bought one each for my wife and I.
A delightful way to remind ourselves to be in the present moment.

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Jeff E.
Amazing quality and craftsmanship

This company is a great find I'm impressed with the quality of there product and will definitely order again from Buddha Groove....keep it coming Buddha!!!!!!

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June T.
I loved the ‘No mud,

I loved the ‘No mud, No lotus’ necklace, real good quality, and many of my friends and family have admired it.
I will certainly be ordering other items from you. Thank you.
Bowing in Gratitude

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Daniel N.
Pretty but small

This pendant necklace is pretty but very small and difficult to read the saying inscribed on it.

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Pamela H.
No mud no lotus

Almost too small to read.

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Ms G.
Beautifully made

Beautifully made

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Candace B.
Beautiful

I am so pleased with my necklace. It is a healthy reminder: No mud, no lotus.
I love it.

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Toni L.
Nice quality

Nice quality

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Nancy L.
I love my Thich Nhat Hanh pendant

many thanks for your prompt delivery. And thank you for making it possible for followers of TNH, to wear his sacred words.

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Polly P.
Very meaningful!

I love this pendant for it's beauty and for it's message.

Thank you for it.

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Wyatt J.
NICE! but smaller than I Expectected

The cord had a surprise flowery fragrance(That eventually dissipated:slightly_frowning:).The pendant was smaller than I thought it would be but it's fine.

P.S. If you have a large head or neck this might not be the necklace for you

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S B.
I love the necklace including

I love the necklace including the color of the rope I am not crazy about the excess that lands down the back due to the slide mechanism rather than a clasp. However! it does offer length variances....so I get it.

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Erika C.
Super cute

I love it! It's the perfect fashionable, meaningful piece for everyday wear