00:01Draped in burnt-orange robes, the two dozen Buddhist monks who arrived in Washington, D.C. the day before on
00:09their 2,300-mile Walk for Peace
00:12finished their final walk from Capitol Hill to Lincoln Memorial on Wednesday, capping their self-described spiritual journey across nine
00:21states.
00:24The monks began their walk in Texas more than three months ago, at times braving frigid winter temperatures, sometimes with
00:32bare feet, to raise awareness of peace, loving kindness, and compassion across America and the world.
00:40Accompanied by Aloka, a rescue dog from India who has gained a following on social media as the peace dog,
00:47their journey comes at a time of growing tensions in the U.S.
00:51Although the walk has been positive, it has not been without obstacles.
00:56While walking through Dayton, Texas, a truck struck the monks' escort vehicle, injuring several people according to local media.
01:05Two monks sustained serious injuries and one had his leg amputated.
01:10Despite the accident, the group continued to trek across the U.S. to honor not only their original message of
01:16peace, but also their brothers.
01:18The walk has garnered support from millions of people on social media, with many sharing messages of support for the
01:26monks.
01:27Supporters have braved snow and rain to meet and offer flowers to the monks as they pass through their cities.
01:36This is another film by further ado.
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