Oldest South Korean Statue of a Buddhist Monk to Gain National Treasure Status
Justin Whitaker
3 September 2020
Early 10th century image joins the ranks of Korea’s most…
Rare 19th Century Buddhist Painting Returns to Korea from the UK
Craig C Lewis
29 July 2020
Painting to be restored to original home at Songgwang…
National Museum of Korea Reopens with Extensive Exhibitions, Including Buddhist Treasures
Justin Whitaker
21 July 2020
Nine temples linked to the Jogye Order offer items for…
Head of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism Blames Greed, Avarice for COVID-19 Pandemic
Craig C Lewis
8 June 2020
Reckless development and ecological mismanagement..
Rotating Buddhist Sutra Case Promoted as National Treasure in South Korea
BD Dipen
4 October 2019
A unique spinning library in South Korea gains historic…
Buddhist Monks in Seoul Perform Ritual Prostration to Seek Justice for Dead Myanmar Worker
Craig C Lewis
26 November 2018
Than Zaw Htay reportedly died while fleeing…
Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism Elects New Head Monk
Craig C Lewis
2 October 2018
Protestors call for leadership to be chosen…
Head Monk of South Korea’s Jogye Order Steps Down
Anne Wisman
22 August 2018
Decision follows vote of no confidence by the order’s…
The Head of Korea’s Largest Buddhist Order Apologizes for Corruption Furor
Craig C Lewis
31 July 2018
Senior monk admitted to hospital after 41-day…
Jogye Order Of Korean Buddhism To Build Global Meditation Village
Anne Wisman
10 July 2018
Project intended to facilitate and promote…
Seven Buddhist Mountain Temples in South Korea Receive UNESCO World Heritage Status
Craig C Lewis
3 July 2018
Unanimous decision from World Heritage…
Buddhists Pray for Peace and Unification Ahead of Inter-Korean Summit
Anne Wisman
19 April 2018
Prayer meetings organized by national and…