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.
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.
The Unified Mind: Jungto Society to Co-Host 2nd World Meditation Day Forum in Seoul
Craig Lewis
9 March 2026
Jungto Society will this year host the 2nd World Meditation Day Forum from its headquarters in Seoul, the Jungto Social and Cultural Center.
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.
The Reverse Bodhisattva: Finding a Teacher in Your Worst Enemy
Ven. Tanmyeong
24 January 2026
Ven. Tanmyeong of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism shares a Dharmic parable of awakening under adverse conditions
Compassion Across Oceans: A Week of Building Hope in Mindanao
Craig Lewis
8 January 2026
Korean Dharma master and Buddhist activist Ven. Pomnyun Sunim delivers the transformative gift of education.
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
Online Dharma: Jungto Society Opens 2026 Student Intake for Jungto Dharma School with Ven. Pomnyun Sunim
Craig Lewis
17 December 2025
Jungto Society founded by Ven. Pomnyun Sunim, has announced that registration is now open for Jungto Dharma School: Introduction to Buddhism.
Ven. Pomnyun Sunim Inaugurates Memorial Hall For Korean Buddhist Activist, Scholar, and Zen Master Baek Yongseong
Craig Lewis
15 December 2025
The revered Korean Dharma master Ven. Pomnyun Sunim led an opening ceremony for the Baek Yongseong Memorial Hall in South Korea’s North Jeolla Province.
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