'Walk for Peace' concludes as Buddhist monks arrive in Washington after 15-week trek

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'Walk for Peace' concludes as Buddhist monks arrive in Washington after 15-week trek

A group of Buddhist monks has finally reached Washington, D.C., after completing a 15-week trek from Texas that captivated the country, advocating for peace and unity. Their journey resonated with thousands, despite challenges, and highlighted their commitment to spiritual offering through mindful steps and open hearts.

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some of the local monks led a peace walk in SF near the golden state bridge just before this wrapped up.

it felt heartwarming to be a part of something so simple and yet so important to constantly remind ourselves and our neighbors of.

with war around us all, one could question movements like this, but i think the work in slow ripples. i hope to see more of these in my life.

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2026

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A group of Buddhist monks has finally reached Washington, D.C., after completing a 15-week trek from Texas that captivated the country, advocating for peace and unity. Their journey resonated with thousands, despite challenges, and highlighted their commitment to spiritual offering through mindful steps and open hearts.

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