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By the People, for the People
Buddhist Monks Embark on Cross-Country 'Walk of Peace'
Participants find solace and community in the meditative journey across the South.
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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A group of Buddhist monks have organized a cross-country 'Walk of Peace' trek, drawing participants from local communities to join them on their meditative journey across the southern United States. The walk aims to spread messages of hope, encouragement, and inner peace.
Why it matters
The 'Walk of Peace' provides an opportunity for people to step away from their daily routines and find moments of calm and reflection, connecting with a larger spiritual community. In a time of uncertainty, the monks' message of mindfulness and compassion resonates with many seeking solace.
The details
The multi-month walk is being led by a group of Buddhist monks, who are inviting local residents to join them for portions of the journey as it passes through their communities. Participants have the chance to walk alongside the monks, engage in group meditations, and share in the monks' message of inner peace and harmony.
- The 'Walk of Peace' began in early 2026 and is expected to continue for several months as the monks traverse the southern United States.
The players
Buddhist Monks
The organizers of the 'Walk of Peace', a group of Buddhist monks leading the cross-country meditative journey.
Kaylee Peters
A participant who joined the walk for a day in Triangle, Virginia, seeking moments of calmness and feeling 'enough'.
What they’re saying
“I just want to have a moment of calmness and peace and feeling like I'm enough.”
— Kaylee Peters (New York Times)
What’s next
The 'Walk of Peace' is expected to continue for several more months as the monks traverse the southern United States, inviting local residents to join them along the way.
The takeaway
The 'Walk of Peace' organized by Buddhist monks provides a unique opportunity for people to step away from their daily lives, find moments of inner peace and reflection, and connect with a larger spiritual community seeking harmony and compassion.
