- Inspirational pendant necklace
- Made of pewter with pressed “seal” design
- Plum colored rope cord with pewter slider
- Inscription: “Be still and know” (Thich Nhat Hanh)
- Pewter seal measures 1 x 1 inch
- Maximum rope length: 27 inches
- Made in Canada
This pewter pendant necklace is a remedy for doubt, distress, and inner disturbance. The inscription, “Be still and know,” is taken directly from the teachings of revered Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh, whose own calligraphy serves as the blueprint for this unique line of necklaces. When worn around the neck it is a reminder to return to the true stillness that resides always within your heart. Pewter seal measures 1 x 1 inch. A plum rope cord (in honor of Thich Nhat Hanh’s “Plum Village” in the heart of France) with pewter slider can be adjusted up to 27 inches. Intended for delicate use.
Handmade in Canada: some slight variation in size or color may be apparent, adding to the artistic identity of each item.
design: A round pewter pendant cast in the style of an antique wax seal, hand-lettered with Thich Nhat Hanh's calligraphy reading "Be still and know," hung from a wire-wrapped bail on a plum-colored rope cord.
size: Pewter seal measures approximately 1 x 1 inch; cord adjusts up to 27 inches maximum length.
material: Pewter pendant on a waxed rope cord with a pewter slider closure
features: Wax-seal design, Thich Nhat Hanh calligraphy inscription, adjustable plum rope cord, pewter slider closure, handmade in Canada
care: Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth and remove before swimming, showering, or applying lotions and perfumes to protect the pewter finish and cord.
disclaimer: Because each piece is handmade, slight variations in size, color, or seal texture may occur and are part of its individual character.
Meaning & Intention
The words "Be still and know" are drawn directly from the teachings of Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh, whose own handwriting was used as the template for this pendant's inscription. The phrase points to a truth at the center of his teaching: that clarity and peace are not found by searching outward, but by quieting the mind long enough to notice what has been present all along.
The pendant's form echoes an old wax letter seal, an object once used to mark something as authentic and intentional. Here, that same shape holds a personal reminder rather than a signature, transforming an everyday accessory into a small, wearable pause button. Each time the pendant is noticed against the skin, it offers a chance to return to stillness rather than react.
The plum-colored cord is a direct nod to Plum Village, the mindfulness community Thich Nhat Hanh founded in southern France. Wearing it links the piece to a living lineage of practice, not just a quote lifted for decoration, and gives the necklace a grounded, specific sense of place and intention.
Slipped on in the morning or kept close throughout the day, this pendant works less like jewelry and more like a gentle cue. In a hurried moment, a hand naturally drifting to the neck can land on the seal instead of a phone, offering a breath of stillness before the next task, conversation, or decision.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone drawn to Thich Nhat Hanh's teachings or seeking a quiet, everyday reminder to pause and return to the present moment
- Purpose: Everyday mindfulness reminder, meditation practice companion, thoughtful gift for a Thich Nhat Hanh reader or Zen practitioner, layering pendant
- Suggested Mantra: Be still and know
- Intention: Stillness, Presence, Inner Peace
- Chakra Connection: Third Eye Chakra
- Metal: Pewter
Questions & Guidance
What does the inscription on the pendant mean?
"Be still and know" is drawn from the teachings of Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh and reproduced in his own calligraphy. It's a reminder to quiet the mind and reconnect with the stillness already within you.
How long is the necklace, and is it adjustable?
The plum rope cord adjusts up to a maximum length of 27 inches via a pewter slider, so it can be worn short and close to the collarbone or longer as a layering piece.
What is the pendant made of?
The seal-shaped pendant is cast in pewter with a pressed, antique wax-seal design, strung on a waxed plum rope cord.
Why is the cord plum-colored?
The color honors Plum Village, the mindfulness community in southern France founded by Thich Nhat Hanh, connecting the piece to his teaching lineage.
How should I care for this necklace?
Wipe the pewter gently with a soft, dry cloth and remove the necklace before swimming, showering, or applying lotions or perfume to help it last.
