Thousands of Buddhists visit temples to celebrate Buddha's birthday on Wed.

Описание: 부처님오신날 전국 사찰서 수만명, '부처님 자비' 기원

And, despite the rain in South Korea, many people visited temples to celebrate Buddha's birthday.
Choi Soo-hyung reports.

Thousand of Buddhists braved the rain on Wednesday to visit temples across South Korea to celebrate Buddha's birthday.
Temples nationwide held rituals in honor of this day, and offered special meals for everyone to share regardless of their religion.
People also hung lanterns, praying for blessings and hope.


"As I hung the lanterns, I thought about my family, wishing for the health of my children, parents, and myself."


"I was worried about being too crowded here. Although it is crowded, the lanterns are splendid and fun watching them."

Special guests were invited to a ceremony at Jogyesa Temple in Seoul. belonging one of the largest Buddhist sects in the country. 'The Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism.'
This year, representives for immigrants and people with disabilities, offered flowers to Buddha for a peaceful world without hate and discrimination.
Leaders of other religions also marked Buddha's Birthday.
Archbishop Jeong Sun-taek Peter of the Catholic Archdiocese of Seoul,. delivered a blessing message on May 3rd. that like the light of lanterns, may the teachings of Buddha illuminate the entire world.

Speaking for Protestants, Kim Jong-saeng, the secretary general of the National Council of Churches in Korea. stated that they extend their heartiest congratulations to all Buddhists and believers.

Choi Soo-hyung, Arirang News.

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2024-05-15, 18:00 (KST)