About Project
The Walk for World Peace, initiated by Phra Sutham Titadhammo (Nateetong) in 2018, uses walking as a symbol to promote global peace. The journey reaches households and communities, introducing the principles of Dharma, morality, and ethics, encouraging their application in everyday life. Along the way, peace-promoting activities are organized in collaboration with peace-related organizations. Additionally, the physical challenge of walking serves as a symbol of perseverance, while also acting as a form of spiritual practice through mental cultivation.
Welcome Story
Welcome to an enthralling story about a monk whose deep devotion to the teachings of Buddhism drives him to embark on a transformative journey. He believes that stepping out into the world and committing to self-discipline is the path to liberation from suffering. More than that, he sees himself as a messenger of these profound teachings, dedicated to sharing them with the world. How thrilling this story unfolds will depend on our exploration together. Let's dive in and discover the excitement that awaits!
Inspiration
The inspiration for Phra Sutham's journey for world peace stems from the Buddha's teaching, which advises monks to wander for the benefit and happiness of many, to show compassion to the world. Additionally, his inspiration was fueled by his previous pilgrimages to places where the Buddha himself traveled across the Indian subcontinent.
Historical Inspiration
The journey of Xuanzang, who, according to legend, was found floating on the water as a baby and was rescued by a monk. Raised with deep devotion to the Dharma from a young age, he eventually ordained as a monk and gained renown for his moral conduct, meditation, and wisdom. ang Seng attracted the patronage of Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty, a devout Buddhist who considered him a spiritual younger brother and bestowed upon him the name "Tang Seng." He was then assigned the monumental task of traveling to the distant Indian subcontinent to retrieve the sacred Buddhist scriptures.
This story Phra Sutham. This led him to vow to follow in the footsteps of the Buddha and revered teachers, spreading Dharma and delivering peace to people of all nations and religions around the world.
