Young South Koreans are buying Buddhist merch. Monks and experts hope the buzz will translate into deeper engagement.
Tag: Monasteries and Monks
London’s Peace Monk Chants, Drums and Walks to Urge an End to War
For 40 years, the Rev. Gyoro Nagase has overseen a temple to peace in a popular park in Battersea, his ever-present drum by his side.
Echoes of Old Walls Appear, Briefly, in Britain’s Arid Soil
Unusually dry conditions are revealing the outlines of old walls at British historical sites. Climate change is making the lines, called “parchmarks,” more frequently visible.
Shaolin’s ‘C.E.O. Monk’ Accused of Embezzlement, Affairs With Women
China’s famed Shaolin Temple said its celebrity abbot, Shi Yongxin, was under investigation over misuse of funds and “improper relations” with women.
Ancient Syrian Town Seeks Interfaith Peace After Long War
Syria’s civil war drove a wedge between the residents of the small town of Maaloula, where two-thirds are Christian and one-third Muslim. Can they live together peacefully again?
A Deadly Earthquake Rocks a Pillar of a Buddhist Nation: Its Monks
The people of Myanmar have often turned to the clergy for aid during natural disasters. But last month’s earthquake was also devastating for monks, many of whom died under the rubble of collapsed monasteries.
Already Seen Kyoto? Expand Your Itinerary in Japan.
Everyone goes to Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. Why not try spots like the bustling port of Yokohama or the serene monasteries of Koyasan instead?
Earthquake Devastates Myanmar’s Cultural Sites
The authorities said that thousands of buildings had been damaged, including about 150 mosques and pagodas.
Catholics Around the Globe Heed Francis’ Call to ‘Pray for Me’
The pope’s words emphasized his humility and belief that simple acts of devotion could unite the church. His illness has made the appeal more urgent than ever.
Italian Monks Rebuild Quake-Ravaged Monastery, Giving Hope to Region
Eight years after devastating earthquakes ravaged central Italy, the reopening of a monastery is an inspiration for an area still struggling to recover.