Pilgrimage for Peace and Humanity 2003
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Hawaiian chants and hula by Hui O Kalamaula called the people to gather and celebrate the energy, light and spirit within all.
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As the people walked the path of the 88 shrines on the hillside in silence, the sound of the Japanese flute, played by world-renown shakuhachi Grand Master Riley Lee echoed through the valley.
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Leading the group on their pilgrimage was Boy Scout troop 83, who have voluntarily and regularly cleaned the Lawai International Center site throughout the years. Dr. Fred Soriano, stone sculptor, demonstrated how he creates exquisite, balanced stone lanterns and statues.
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The 32 acre Lawai International Center on Kauai is an archaeological and cultural treasure in a valley that has long been recognized as a healing sanctuary. In 1904 the first generation of Japanese immigrants built the 88 shrines replicating in their own interpretive and creative way the ancient pilgrimage of 88 temples in Shikoku, Japan. In this new millennium, volunteers are brining these shrines and this valley back to prominence as an international center for peace, education, and cultural understanding. Future plans include a pagoda, gathering pavilion and learning center for culture and arts.
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For more information about Lawai International Center call (808) 822-5942 or email lm@hawaii.rr.com. |
The spirit of peace and healing for which Lawai Valley is known was rekindled on Sunday, May 25 when 300 people walked with compassion, gratitude and aloha, in these special times, at the 88 shrines at Lawai International Center.
©2003 Lawai International Center, Inc.