Walk For Peace
The Monks Begin WalkForPeace
WalkForPeace is a long-distance Buddhist pilgrimage created to practice peace, compassion, and nonviolence through real action-not just words.
It begins in Fort Worth, Texas and heads toward Washington, D.C.
Each step is a living message of peace.
They Walk
(Texas → Washington, D.C.)
This journey spans roughly
2,300 miles (3,700 km) across the United States.
From Texas, the monks walk through the Southeast and continue north, with Washington, D.C. as the destination.
It’s a pilgrimage built one day,
one mile at a time.
A Day on the Road
They typically start walking early, around 6:30–7:00 AM,
keeping an intense pace.
Many days exceed
20 miles on foot.
The walk itself is practice-mindful steps, steady discipline, and respectful presence along the way.
Sharing Peace
Along the Route
When weather allows, the monks hold a daily Peace Sharing Talk around lunch, and often another talk at the evening rest stop.
These moments invite people to listen, reflect, and connect-quietly and respectfully.
The message is simple: peace is something we can practice.
Barefoot Practice & Peace Bracelets
Some monks choose to walk parts of the pilgrimage barefoot, as a form of devotion and discipline.
They also share peace bracelets with
people they meet,
described as a symbol of
protection and blessing.
Small gestures, carrying a calm intention.
Aloka Walks With Them
A dog named Aloka walks alongside the monks throughout the journey.
Aloka has become a symbolic presence on the road-steady, loyal, and always near.
For many, Aloka makes the story feel more human, more real, and more hopeful.
Tested, But Not Stopped
The pilgrimage has faced serious challenges, including an accident that
caused severe injuries.
Even so, the journey continued.
WalkForPeace is not about perfection—it’s about continuing forward with peace, step by step.
Why It Matters
(The Meaning of the Walk)
WalkForPeace is a reminder that peace isn’t just an idea-it’s a daily practice.
Through thousands of miles, the monks demonstrate
patience, compassion,
and nonviolence in real time.
This journey invites everyone to slow down, reflect, and carry peace forward
-one step at a time.