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Monks Trek 2,300 Miles for Peace and Mindfulness

1/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Huong Dao Vipassana Bhavana Center’s Walk for Peace is a 2,300-mile trek from Fort Worth, Texas to Washington, D.C., begun in late October to promote peace and mindfulness.
The monks affiliated with the Huong Dao Vipassana Bhavana Center describe the journey as spiritual practice, not a protest.
The effort has surpassed 1 million Facebook followers, and supporters share messages of encouragement about peace.

History

Historical Context

The Great Peace March for Global Nuclear Disarmament began on March 1, 1986, in Los Angeles, aiming to raise awareness about nuclear proliferation. Despite financial struggles, the marchers persevered, completing their journey to Washington, D.C., on November 15, 1986. This event, which drew hundreds of participants, exemplified a long tradition of peaceful protests advocating for social change, echoing Martin Luther King Jr.'s 1963 March on Washington.

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Story summary

The Huong Dao Vipassana Bhavana Center’s Walk for Peace is a 2,300-mile trek from Fort Worth, Texas to Washington, D.C., begun in late October to promote peace and mindfulness.
The monks affiliated with the Huong Dao Vipassana Bhavana Center describe the journey as spiritual practice, not a protest.
The effort has surpassed 1 million Facebook followers, and supporters share messages of encouragement about peace.

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