Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism Re-elects Ven. Jinwoo as 38th President
Craig Lewis
9 September 2026
Ven. Jinwoo has been re-elected to a second term as the head of South Korea’s largest Buddhist order.
Karma Through the Lens of Yogacara: Clearing Muddy Waters
Ven. Tanmyeong
20 August 2026
Ven. Tanmyeong invites us to meet life’s apparent setbacks with patience, practice, and a clearer mind.
Tradition Meets Tech as Robot Monks Join Seoul’s Lotus Lantern Festival for the Buddha’s Birthday
Craig Lewis
18 May 2026
Seoul’s Yeondeunghoe Lotus Lantern Festival illuminated downtown streets on Saturday as tens of thousands gathered to celebrate the birth of the Buddha.
AI: Humanoid Robot “Gabi” Takes Precept Vows at Buddhist Temple in South Korea
Craig Lewis
6 May 2026
A humanoid robot was the focal point of a special refuge ceremony at Jogyesa, a Buddhist temple in downtown Seoul on Wednesday.
Gen Z Predominates as a Record 250,000 Visitors Flock to 2026 Seoul International Buddhism Expo
Craig Lewis
8 April 2026
The 2026 Seoul International Buddhism Expo (BEXPO2026) recently concluded in the South Korean capital, with organizers reporting record attendance.
South Korea’s Jogye Order to Host 2026 Seoul International Buddhism Expo in April
Craig Lewis
27 March 2026
The 2026 Seoul International Buddhism Expo and accompanying International Seon Meditation Conference will be held in April.
AI: South Korea Debuts Robot Monk to Explore Role of Technology in Buddhism
Craig Lewis
13 March 2026
South Korea’s Dongguk University has unveiled the country’s first AI robot monk, marking a new step in the intersection of AI and spiritual practice.
2025 Busan International Buddhism Expo Opens in South Korea with a Splash of Dharma
Craig Lewis
11 August 2025
The 2025 Busan International Buddhism Expo was held from 7–10 August, offering young and old a multimedia engagement with Buddhist art, tradition, and practice.
Fire at South Korea’s Jogyesa Temple Contained, Key Cultural Artifacts Moved for Protection
Justin Whitaker
12 June 2025
Firefighters quickly contained a blaze at Jogyesa’s museum complex in Seoul, South Korea
South Korea’s Religious Leaders Urge New President to Heal Social Divisions as Dalai Lama Offers Congratulations
Justin Whitaker
10 June 2025
South Korea’s top religious leaders, including the Jogye Order and head of Won Buddhism as well as His Holiness the Dalai Lama congratulate and offer advice to new Korean President Lee Jae-myung
Jogye Order Honors Korean Celebrity Lee Seung-gi for Contributions to Buddhism
Craig Lewis
12 May 2025
The Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism has honored the popular singer and actor Lee Seung-gi in recognition of his contributions to Korean Buddhism.
Annual Buddhist Lotus Lantern Festival Draws Thousands to the Streets in Seoul
Justin Whitaker
29 April 2025
Handmade lanterns, temple foods, and cultural celebrations marked this year’s Yeon Deung Hoe festival in Seoul, continuing a 1,200-year-old Buddhist tradition now recognized by UNESCO