Note: The image above and the text below are both copyright Walk for Peace. I share their statement—and believe this is acceptable—simply to spread their message. If you are not already doing so, I hope you will follow the monks on their remarkable journey. You can do so on Facebook and Instagram.
Walk for Peace is a 120-day, 2,300-mile journey by Buddhist monks — with loyal dog, Aloka — walking from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C. to raise awareness of peace, loving kindness, and compassion across America and the world.
We walk not to change anyone’s faith or belief—we walk only to gently raise awareness of peace, mindfulness, compassion, loving-kindness, and unity.
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These qualities are already there in each human heart, in all of us, quietly waiting to be recognized and nurtured. They have always been part of who we are.
We do not need to change our faith or belief to cultivate peace in our hearts. We do not need to abandon what we hold sacred to practice compassion toward others. We do not need to let go of our traditions to embrace loving-kindness and mindfulness in our daily lives.
We simply walk to remind ourselves and each other—with deep humility—that these qualities exist within us, that they have always been there, patiently waiting for us to remember.
We hold profound respect and honor for everyone who follows their faith, whatever that faith may be. Different faiths, different beliefs, different traditions—all beautiful, all valid, all capable of nurturing the same essential qualities that help us become more compassionate, more connected, more at peace with ourselves and one another.
Our journey is simply a gentle reminder, offered with open hearts, that beneath all our differences, we share a common longing for peace, a common capacity for kindness, a common humanity that quietly binds us all together.
May you and all beings be well, happy, and at peace.
XXOO
20 Days of Joy
Comment * My daughter had the opportunity to spend some time with them when they came through Opelika. She was so touched by their sweet spirit and message. One of the monks gave her a Blessing Bracelet, made by the monks, which she proudly wears daily to remind her of their journey.
I had NO idea that is was happening! So beautiful.
I know! I feel just the same. Holy and beautiful.
I was aware but not of the simple and profoundly spiritual message. Thank you for enlightening me.
Isn’t it amazing? So happy you are following along.
I had no idea – so interesting the timing. This week I begin my own walking journey and I will somehow carry this message with me….thank you
Peace and love for your journey!