Monks Walking Along A Road. — The monks crossed into Alabama on Monday, Dec. 15. (Walk for Peace via Facebook)

About two dozen Buddhist monks have crossed into Alabama during their 120-day, 2,300-mile “Walk for Peace” from Fort Worth, Texas to Washington, D.C.

The Sangha (a.k.a. the Buddhist community of monks) from the Huong Dao Vipassana Bhavana Center began their journey in mid-October.

Their entry into Alabama on Monday, Dec. 15 represents an approximate midpoint for the monks — they reached the town of Cuba on the 51st day after traveling more than 1,000 miles.

“This milestone is not measured only in distance, but in endurance, patience, compassion, and loving-kindness cultivated along the way. With each mile, the Sangha has carried prayers for peace, offering stillness and reminding us that true strength is born from inner calm.”
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Trek through Alabama

According to the Walk for Peace route map and live map, the Sangha has traveled through several Alabama cities and towns so far, including:

Cuba
Williams
Intercourse
Bellamy
Coatopa
Demopolis

By the end of the day on Wednesday, Dec. 17, they will have reached Gallion and Allenville.

Their future route includes other Alabama cities, such as:

Uniontown
Browns
Selma
Autagaville
Montgomery
Tallassee
Franklin
Notasulga
Auburn
Opelika
Valley

Throughout their journey, including in Alabama, the monks have encountered locals who have given them food and water or walked alongside them to offer support. Most recently, a little girl met them along the route to give them a drawing she made them.

About the Walk for Peace

Facebook Image 63 — The monks began their walk through Demopolis on Wednesday, Dec. 17. (Walk for Peace via Facebook)

The monks have stopped along their route at state capitols, landmarks, schools, police and fire departments, churches and more for meals, a place to sleep and to educate the community about their mission.

During the trip, the Sangha will: