Live a Little More Lightly
Jungto Society
22 April 2026
Ven. Pomnyun Sunim responds to questions about childhood trauma and dealing with tedium
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.
Yale Appoints Scholar of Korean Buddhism Hwansoo Kim as Head of Morse College
Justin Whitaker
2 April 2026
Kim’s appointment at Yale underscores global perspectives in Buddhist studies at US universities.
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.
The Rise of Lay Leadership in American Won Buddhism
Grace Song
27 March 2026
Grace Song explores the future of Won Buddhism in the United States through the expanding role of lay practitioners shaping inclusive and accessible sangha life.
Death as a Hardware Upgrade: DNA, Alaya-vijnana, and the Cosmic Cloud
Ven. Tanmyeong
26 March 2026
Ven. Tanmyeong explores a contemporary analogy for the storehouse consciousness—one of the most profound and subtle teachings in Yogacara philosophy.
Korean-American Bhikshuni Establishes Weiyang Seon Centers in Seoul Following US Training
Justin Whitaker
19 March 2026
Venerable Hyeon-an reflects a growing transnational exchange in Buddhism as traditions shaped abroad return to Asia in new forms
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.
Suffering Rooted in Desire
Jungto Society
11 March 2026
Ven. Pomnyun Sunim gives a teaching on desire and attachment in relationships.
The Buddha and the Hidden Ledger: Breaking the Fetters of Craving and Clinging
Ven. Tanmyeong
24 February 2026
Ven. Tanmyeong offers a contemplative exploration of craving, clinging, and the structures of conditioned existence.
Buddhist Monk’s Two-Decade Support Credited in South Korea’s Olympic Snowboarding Success
Justin Whitaker
20 February 2026
Ven. Hosan of Bongseonsa Temple founded the Dharma Snowboard Competition to help young athletes cover training costs
How Can We Live Life Without Suffering?
Jungto Society
13 February 2026
Ven. Pomnyun Sunim gives a teaching on recognizing our attachments and aversions, and cultivating acceptance and equanimity.