WATCH: Millions inspired by monks' 'Walk for Peace'
Summary
A group of Buddhist monks walked 2,300 miles from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C., on a "Walk for Peace" to promote mindfulness, compassion, and peace. They finished their journey in Washington, D.C., where they will ask Congress to consider making Buddha's birthday a federal holiday. During the trip, they encountered challenges like extreme weather and an injury to a monk.Key Facts
- The monks and their dog, Aloka, walked from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C., covering 2,300 miles.
- Their journey, called "Walk for Peace," began in October and ended after 15 weeks.
- The purpose was to spread awareness about peace, mindfulness, and compassion.
- They faced extreme weather and a monk was injured in an accident, leading to a leg amputation.
- Aloka, their dog, needed surgery and mostly traveled in a vehicle with them.
- The monks hope Congress will recognize Buddha's birthday as a national holiday.
- They organized events in Washington, D.C., including a peace gathering at the Lincoln Memorial.
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