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.
Three Senior Monks Compete for Leadership of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism
Justin Whitaker
13 August 2026
A 321-member electoral college will choose the next Jogye Order president on 3 September
Buddhist Matchmaking Retreat Welcomes First Baby amid South Korea’s Demographic Crisis
Justin Whitaker
21 July 2026
The Jogye Order program combines temple activities with structured dating
Korean Buddhist Temples Offer Summer Vacation Activities
Justin Whitaker
2 July 2026
Activities include surfing, rafting, scuba diving, temple food, hanji paper-making, and Seon meditation.
Third Bhutan Culture Day Held at Chungjeong Temple in Seoul
Justin Whitaker
16 June 2026
Seoul temple hosts cultural programs highlighting Bhutanese tourism, wellness, and Gross National Happiness
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.
Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism Hosts Christmas Tree Lighting in Seoul
Justin Whitaker
23 December 2025
Representatives from multiple faiths attended, including Christian and new religious movements
South Korea’s Largest Buddhist Order Opposes Special Law Backing 2027 World Youth Day
Justin Whitaker
2 December 2025
The Jogye Order argues public funds should not be directed to a religious event focused on Catholic evangelization
Lay Division of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism Celebrates 70th Anniversary with Meditation Gathering in Seoul
Dipen Barua
26 September 2025
The Lay Buddhist Association of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism, South Korea’s largest Buddhism order, celebrated its 70th anniversary on 21 September.