Marathon Monks
John Stevens wrote the book The Marathon Monks of Mount Hiei, chronicling the practice of running long distances – up to 52 miles (84 km) – in a single day to attain enlightenment in the monk's current life. The practice of running is known as the kaihōgyō.
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Famous quotes containing the words marathon and/or monks:
“... marathon swimming is the most difficult physical, intellectual and emotional battleground I have encountered, and each time I win, each time I touch the other shore, I feel worthy of any other challenge life has to offer.”
—Diana Nyad (b. 1949)
“If you understand why a monkey in a family is always mocked and harassed, you understand why monks are rejected by all—both old and young.”
—François Rabelais (1494–1553)