Facing a steep decline in new monks and nuns, Korea’s largest Buddhist order is using pop culture, merchandise and technology ...
Under a sky filled with glowing paper lanterns at Seoul’s famous Jogyesa Temple, monks in saffron robes recently welcomed an unusual new member into the Buddhist faith. Its name is Gabi. It stands ...
Gabi, the newest monk at a temple in Seoul that is looking to spread Buddhism, vowed to not overcharge as it seeks enlightenment. By Remy Tumin and John Yoon John Yoon reported from Seoul. Gabi led a ...