Buddhist monks 'Walk for Peace' reaches Washington National Cathedral in DC: Full head monk speech

A group of Buddhist monks is walking for peace from Texas to the White House in Washington, DC. Nearly two dozen monks from the Huong Dao Vipassana Bhavana Center in Fort Worth, led by Bhikkhu Pannakara, are walking 2,300 miles to promote national healing, unity and compassion. The journey began on Oct. 26 and is expected to end on Feb. 12. The center is also the future site of one of the most ambitious Buddhist temple projects in the United States. The temple is attempting to raise $200 million to develop a center that will span 14 acres and feature 840 stupas, or Buddhist monuments. 🎥: REUTERS / WASHINGTON NATIONAL CATHEDRAL

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Venerable Pannakara's speech at the UN (May 12th, 2026)

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COMPLETE VIDEO: Buddhist monks' Walk for Peace arrives at Washington National Cathedral

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Venerable Monks address Richmond during Walk for Peace

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Buddhist monks on 2,300-mile Walk for Peace speak at Richmond City Hall

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Buddhist monks final 'Walk for Peace' meditation at Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.