Ven. Jaseung, the head of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism, said he will set up a long-term plan to globalize Korean Buddhism at a press conference in Paris, France, Saturday.
His visit is part of efforts to publicize the religion around the world through various religious activities and events.
“I admit Korean Buddhism has been focused on settling internal struggles within the orders over the last 10 to 20 years and consequently unable to look forward to the future,” he said, noting the order’s lack of activity to globalize the religion.
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Jogye head vows to further globalization of Korean Buddhism
by Mr. G » Sun Oct 09, 2011 12:27 pm
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Re: Jogye head vows to further globalization of Korean Buddhism
by Astus » Tue Oct 11, 2011 6:58 pm
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