The Brief
- Buddhist monks walk through Gwinnett County on cross-country journey
- 2,300-mile walk promotes peace, unity and forgiveness
- Crowds gather to support monks en route to Washington, D.C.
SNELLVILLE, Ga. – A group of Buddhist monks walking thousands of miles across the country in a call for peace and unity arrived in Gwinnett County on Wednesday, drawing crowds of supporters along their route.
What we know:
The 19 monks are on a 2,300-mile spiritual journey from Fort Worth to Washington, D.C., promoting messages of unity, forgiveness and compassion. Their walk has turned them into local celebrities, with residents gathering early in the morning to welcome them and hear their message.…