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Grafton Peace Pagoda
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Type: Building
Status: Active
Accessibility: Easy
Recommendation: check it out if you're nearby
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accidentally achieving nirvana
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A short nature trail is built up leading to the peace pagoda, although the elderly and handicapped can drive on a seperate trail. The breathtaking shrine and quick intro to Buddhism that can be afforded by a visit to this location are also quite interesting.
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open to the public during the daytime
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Peace Pagodas are a symbol of non-violence dating for as far back as 2000 years ago During that time, the Emperor Ashoka of India, a notoriously bloody warlord, was approached after a particularly wretched battle by a Buddhist monk who admonished him for his wrongdoings. From that time on, Ashoka became a fervent believer in Buddhism. After his conversion he gave up his warlike ways and began erecting buildings in the name of peace. It is believed that more than eighty Peace Pagodas no exist throughout the world. (The next closest one is the Leverett Peace Pagoda in Massachusetts.)
The Grafton Peace Pagoda was completed in 1993 - the result of eight years of voluntary labor and donations from people from all faiths and from many corners of the world. This monument to peace is the home of Buddhist nun and peace activist, Jun Yasuda. It is the site of numerous interfaith celebrations throughout the year and the jumping off point for a variety of "Prayer Walks" which successfully combine spiritual practice and political activism.
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This location's validation is current. It was last validated by
Steed on 7/25/2008 7:11 AM.
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on Jul 25 08 at 7:11, Steed validated this location
on Mar 18 08 at 0:47, INeedAttention.com made this location public
on Oct 20 04 at 1:33, INeedAttention.com made this location available
on Oct 20 04 at 1:23, INeedAttention.com updated basic gallery info
on Oct 20 04 at 1:22, INeedAttention.com changed the main information
on Oct 20 04 at 1:21, INeedAttention.com updated a gallery picture
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on Oct 20 04 at 1:20, INeedAttention.com updated a gallery picture
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