Magnolia Village Mindfulness Practice Center is a retreat and practice center located in Batesville, Mississippi. The 120-acre (0.49 km2) grounds are located near Memphis, Tennessee. The center is part of the Order of Interbeing and practices in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh, who visited Magnolia Village in October 2005 and officially accepted Magnolia Village. They are closely in touch with Plum Village for resources and support.
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