The journey for peace will span a lifetime, but today in Columbia, South Carolina a group of Buddhist Monks shared that voyage with thousands of supporters. Diversity. Union. Peace.
Citizens of all walks of life, gathered as the largest crowd since the Monks began their pilgrimage on October 26, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas.
In this labyrinth to Washington, DC they are opening the light. They are exhibiting resilience and steadfastness. Some are walking barefoot for over 2,300 miles. One brother has even had to have his leg amputated. And yet they press forward with loving kindness.
The path is not easy, but it’s worth it. This is life!
It was an honor to be apart of this historical moment. It also caused me to reflect on this past summer in Las Vegas, Nevada when a Buddhist Monk gifted me a Kāiguāng amulet. Today made that moment much more meaningful.
J. Mills The Artist 