Temples of Korea 썸네일형 리스트형 Tea and Food in Korean Buddhist Temples Tea and Food in Korean Buddhist Temples Tea in Korean Buddhism was first introduced in the sixth or seventh century, likely by Buddhist monks who had returned from China. There are early reports of tea in Samguk-yusa and Samguk-sagi, which are famous ancient Korean history books. Reports noted that Queen Seondeok of Silla (ruled 632-47) drank tea and King Munmu, in 661, ordered tea. During the G.. 더보기 Buddhist Instruments and Symbols in Korean Buddhism Buddhist Instruments and Symbols in Korean Buddhism Korean Temples generally have a two-story tower, which visitors can see upon entering the gate. There are four major Buddhist instruments to announce the time for monks to practice their daily rites. The four instruments are the dharma drum, the wooden fish, the cloud-shaped gong, and the large brahma bell. The sound of each instrument has a fu.. 더보기 Korea Temple Stay for Foreigners Temple Stay for Foreigners Through the temple stay program, several Korean temples are opened to foreigners in order to offer opportunities to experience the traditional culture of Korean Buddhism. This program was originally implemented during the 2002 FIFA World Cup, and garnered many positive reactions from participants. The temple stay program offers visitors the chance to stay in a Korean t.. 더보기 이전 1 다음