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Use Korean Counters Without This Common Mistake | Korean FAQ
One of the most common mistakes when using Korean counters is overusing words. This includes overusing markers. It's a mistake that's so easy to make, but just as easy to fix. In this lesson I'll explain what the mistake is, and the simplest way that you can fix it in your sentences to never make it again.
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Art in English. Drawing sessions for kids 9-12
From October we are starting drawing session in English for kids. The mail objectives of there sessions are:
developing imagination, free way of thinking, improving planning, organizing and analyzing skills, learning various creative techniques, color, combinations
developing the ability to think, speak and listen in English.
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IMG_7292.jpgArt in English - drawing session for kids 7-8
From October we are starting drawing session in English for kids. The mail objectives of there sessions are:
developing imagination, free way of thinking, improving planning, organizing and analyzing skills, learning various creative techniques, color, combinations
developing the ability to think, speak and listen in English.
Price: 60 000 won per session or 200 000 won for 4 sessions (in October).
https://naughtymusestudios.com/2/
Address: 부산광역시 해운대구 송정중앙로5번길 67 (송정동) 2층
Tel: 010-2456-9255 (en/kor)
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IMG_7291.jpgGosansa Temple – 고산사 (Jecheon, Chungcheongbuk-do)
Gosansa Temple in Jecheon, Chungcheongbuk-do, which shouldn’t be confused with the number of temples throughout Korea with the same name, is located to the north of Mt. Darangsan (591.2 m). It’s believed by some that Gosansa Temple was first built in 879 A.D. by the famed monk Doseon-guksa (827-898 A.D.). However, there’s not a lot of concrete information to support this claim. Another claim, at least according to the “Gosansa Jungsugi,” which was written in 1920, states that Gosansa Temple was rebuilt in 1096 by Hyeso-guksa. However, and through archaelogical work conducted at the temple, tiles, earthenware, and porcelain pieces were collected. It was discovered that this collection of artifacts from Gosansa Temple dated back to the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). This puts in doubt the claim that the temple was built by Doseon-guksa and rebuilt during the early Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392).
Gosansa Temple was later rebuilt in 1653 by the monk Songgye after being destroyed during the Joseon Dynasty. More recently, and in 1920, the monk Hoam rebuilt Gosansa Temple. However, and during the Korean War (1950-53), most of Gosansa Temple was destroyed in 1950. Then in 1956, the monk Wolha rebuilt the Samseong-gak Hall and the monks’ dorms. In 1997, the Samseong-gak Hall was repaired, as was the Eungjin-jeon Hall in 1998. Since the Korean War, and because it’s the only large shrine hall that still remains on the temple grounds at Gosansa Temple, the historic Eungjin-jeon Hall acts as the main hall.
While Gosansa Temple doesn’t have a National Treasure of Korean Treasure, it does have a pair of Chungcheongbuk-do Tangible Cultural Property.
Temple LayoutYou first make your way up a steep mountain road to get to Gosansa Temple. When you finally do arrive at the temple parking lot, which is rather strangely placed, you’ll notice the Yosachae (monks’ dorms) off to your left. The grassy temple parking lot is situated between the Yosachae to your left; and up the neighbouring mountainside, you’ll find a pair of temple shrine halls (the only two at Gosansa Temple).
To your right, and up a set of stairs that partially climb the mountain, is the Samseong-gak Hall. You’ll notice this shaman shrine hall to your left and through a collection of lantern trestles. The exterior walls to the Samseong-gak Hall are adorned with a tiger mural and a Sinseon (Taoist Immortal) painting. Stepping inside the Samseong-gak Hall, you’ll find three shaman paintings on the main altar. The first of the three, and hanging in the centre, is dedicated to Chilseong (The Seven Stars). The Chilseong painting is rather simple as are the other paintings dedicated to Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit) and Dokseong (The Lonely Saint) that also take up residence inside the Samseong-gak Hall.
Heading back in the same direction you first came from, keep heading straight towards the slightly elevated Eungjin-jeon Hall. The Eungjin-jeon Hall is in a clearing and on a ridge on the mountain. The exterior walls are beautifully adorned with modern murals dedicated to the Nahan (The Historical Disciples of the Buddha). Stepping inside the Eungjin-jeon Hall, and rather unexpectedly, you’ll find a white, stone statue dedicated to Gwanseeum-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Compassion) on the main altar. The reason I say unexpected is because a statue of Seokgamoni-bul (The Historical Buddha) is traditionally housed inside a Eungjin-jeon Hall alongside Nahan statues. The statue dedicated to Gwanseeum-bosal on the main altar is wearing a large, white crown with black hair that flows down to her shoulders. It’s believed that this statue dates back to the late Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). Additionally, this statue is one of the two Chungcheongbuk-do Tangible Cultural Property at Gosansa Temple.
Joining the stone statue of Gwanseeum-bosal on the main altar are six stone statues dedicated to the Nahan. Originally, there were sixteen of these statues, but ten have since gone missing. All six statues are hooded with blue trim against the dominant white paint of the stone statues. The six statues are divided into two sets, three on either side of the main altar. These three statues are then backed by a beautiful modern mural of the Nahan. Like the main altar Gwanseeum-bosal statue, these stone statues of the Nahan date back to the late Joseon Dynasty. What makes these statues so unique is that they are made of stone instead of clay or plaster from this time period. This collection of stone Nahan statues is the other Chungcheongbuk-do Tangible Cultural Property at Gosansa Temple.
As for the rest of the interior of the Eungjin-jeon Hall, you’ll find a beautiful modern painting dedicated to Jijang-bosal (The Bodhisattva of the Afterlife), as well as an equally modern painting of a Shinjung Taenghwa (Guardian Mural).
How To Get ThereFrom the Jecheon Bus Station, you’ll need to take Bus #980. After 66 stops, or 1 hour and 15 minutes, you’ll need to get off at the “Shinhyun 2 ri stop.” From where the bus drops you off, you’ll need to walk 1.8 km, or 27 minutes, to get to Gosansa Temple. It should be noted that most of the 1.8 km will be a hike up a mountain and not so much a walk.
Overall Rating: 7/10There are only a couple of shrine halls at Gosansa Temple in Jecheon, Chungcheongbuk-do, but the obvious highlight is the artwork that adorns both the exterior and interior of this rather uniquely designated main hall. The exterior of the Eungjin-jeon Hall has beautiful modern paintings dedicated to the Nahan (The Historical Disciples of the Buddha), while the interior has an amazing collection of stone statues dedicated to the Nahan, as well as the main altar image of Gwanseeum-bosal. In addition to all this artwork, Gosansa Temple is beautifully situated up in the mountains with beautiful views of the valley below.
The Samseong-gak Hall at Gosansa Temple. The youthful-looking tiger that adorns one of the exterior walls of the Samseong-gak Hall. The mural dedicated to Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit) inside the Samseong-gak Hall. And the view from the shaman shrine hall. The rather peculiar main hall Eungjin-jeon Hall at Gosansa Temple. The view from the Eungjin-jeon Hall. One of the beautiful Nahan paintings that adorns the Eungjin-jeon Hall. The main altar image of the stone Gwanseeum-bosal inside the Eungjin-jeon Hall. From a different angle. Three of the six stone Nahan statues inside the Eungjin-jeon Hall. An up-close of one of the Nahan statues. Three more of the six Nahan statues inside the Eungjin-jeon Hall. The modern Jijang-bosal mural inside the main hall at Gosansa Temple. And the beautiful view from the Eungjin-jeon Hall.—Dale's Korean Temple Adventures YouTube
Ashley english studyroom 영어 공부방
My name is Ashley. I have a degree in elementary education. I have over 8 years of experience.
I run an English studyroom in yangsan.
I teach elementary and adult classes.
Phonics, grammar, speaking, reading and writing.
For adults I teach female students conversational English. I teach in a group setting of atleast 3.
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Kyungsung Party Night
This Saturday is Kyungsung Party Night!! It’s a great deal and it’s going to be a super awesome fun time. Here’s how it works…
W15,000 gets you:
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3. Free admission to club Moment across the street (W15,000 value)
4. One free house drink and jungle vibes at Dengue Fever
5. One free drink with the drunks over at Funny Beer
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Hello, my name is Ashley. I have a degree in elementary education and have taught for over 8 years. I run an English studyroom room in yangsan( 공부방).
I teach elementary level. I do have some open spots.
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Adult must have basic level English.
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Important Hanja: BOTH 량/양 (兩) (한자) | Korean FAQ
Have you ever seen this Hanja used before? 량 (or 양) means "both," but it has a few uses when combined with other characters and is used at the front of a word.
And do you enjoy these Hanja episodes, and would you like to see more? Let me know in the comments!
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Danhosa Temple – 단호사 (Chungju, Chungcheongbuk-do)
Danhosa Temple is located in the southeastern part of the city of Chungju, Chungcheongbuk-do near agricultural fields and an elementary school. The exact date of the temple’s founding is unknown; however, it was repaired during the reign of King Sukjong of Joseon (r. 1674-1720) during the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). At that time, it was known as Yaksa Temple, after the Buddha of Medicine, Yaksayeorae-bul. Eventually, the temple would come to be known as Danhosa Temple in 1954. Additionally, Danhosa Temple belongs to the Taego-jong Order, which is the second largest Buddhist Order in Korea next to the Jogye-jong Order.
Danhosa Temple is home to a single Korean Treasure, Korean Treasure #512, which is the “Iron Seated Buddha of Danhosa Temple.”
The “Iron Seated Buddha of Danhosa Temple” from 1921. (Picture courtesy of the National Museum of Korea). Temple LayoutYou first approach the compact temple grounds off of a four lane road. And the first thing to greet you upon entering the temple grounds is a beautiful, highly twisted, red pine tree. It’s simply stunning in the way that it bends. And between this red pine and the Daeung-jeon Hall is the “Three-Story Stone Pagoda of Danhosa Temple.” This pagoda, which is a bit hidden behind the side-winding central pine tree, is believed to date back to the mid-Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392). The pagoda is made from a single block of stone, and it’s Chungcheongbuk-do Tangible Cultural Property #69.
The Daeung-jeon Hall is adorned with large panel paintings of the Shimu-do (Ox-Herding Murals) and a separate collection of lotus flower murals. There are two eye-bulging dragons on opposite sides of the main hall’s signboard. Stepping inside the Daeung-jeon Hall, your eyes will be instantly drawn to the statue of the “Iron Seated Buddha of Danhosa Temple” on the main altar. While unnamed in the official listing by the Korean government, it appears as though the “Iron Seated Buddha of Danhosa Temple” is a statue of Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise). The black statue has an oval face. The ears are elongated, and the three wrinkles, known as “samdo” in Korean, are clearly evident on his neck. The Buddha’s robe is draped over both shoulders. The upper body of the statue is rectangular in shape with narrow, round shoulders and a flat chest. The Buddha has both of his legs tucked up under him, and there are horizontal folds in his robe below the knees. The original location of the statue is unknown, but it’s believed to have first been built around the 11th century. The “Iron Seated Buddha of Danhosa Temple” is Korean Treasure #512. Additionally, this main altar iron statue is joined on either side by two newer (non-iron) statues of Gwanseeum-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Compassion) and Daesaeji-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Wisdom and Power for Amita-bul). The rest of the interior is occupied by a beautiful, modern Gamno-do (Sweet Dew Mural) and a Shinjung Taenghwa (Guardian Mural). Both Daeung-jeon Hall murals seem to have been painted by the same unknown artist. There are also a few dozen statuettes dedicated to Gwanseeum-bosal lining the walls of the main hall.
To the right of the main hall is multi-purpose Geukrak-jeon Hall. The Geukrak-jeon Hall at Danhosa Temple certainly isn’t as grand as the Daeung-jeon Hall. The exterior walls are adorned in dancheong colours. Stepping inside this shrine hall, you’ll find a simple triad of statues on the main altar. In the centre rests an image of Amita-bul joined on either side by Gwanseeum-bosal and Jijang-bosal (The Bodhisattva of the Afterlife). Also occupying the interior of this shrine hall is a rather rudimentary painting dedicated to Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit) on the left wall, a mural dedicated to Chilseong (The Seven Stars) on the right wall, and both a Jijang-bosal mural and a Shinjung Taenghwa (Guardian Mural) on opposite sides of the main altar triad. All pieces of artwork seem to have been executed by the same artist.
Standing next to the Geukrak-jeon Hall is a six metre tall, chipped golden statue dedicated to Mireuk-bul (The Future Buddha). This statue was first built on the temple grounds at Danhosa Temple in 1973. Spread throughout the rest of the temple grounds, and mainly to the left of the Daeung-jeon Hall, are a collection of stonework. These statues include a jovial image of Podae-hwasang (The Hempen Bag), a smaller statue dedicated to Mireuk-bul, and a contemplative statue dedicated to Gwanseeum-bosal backing a lotus pond. There’s also a uniquely designed slender five-story pagoda in this area, as well, with manja symbols on each of the four sides of the structure on all five stories of the pagoda.
The only other building on the temple grounds is the administrative office and monks’ dorms located behind the Daeung-jeon Hall.
How To Get ThereThe easiest way to get to Danhosa Temple from the Chungju Intercity Bus Terminal is to take Bus #610. You’ll need to take this bus for four stops and get off at the “Danwol-dong stop – 단월동 하차.” This bus ride should take about 10 minutes. From where the bus drops you off at the stop, you’ll need to head south and cross over the “Sindae 2-gil – 신대2길” road. The walk from where the bus drops you off to Danhosa Temple is about 200 metres, or three minutes.
Overall Rating: 6/10The rather obvious highlight to Danhosa Temple is the Korean Treasure, the “Iron Seated Buddha of Danhosa Temple.” The statue is beautifully executed and well-preserved considering that it dates back to the 11th century. The interior of the Daeung-jeon Hall has a beautiful collection of murals inside it, as well. One other beautiful highlight at Danhosa Temple is the twisting red pine that takes up most of the temple courtyard. While compact in size, Danhosa Temple definitely has its share of highlights.
The temple courtyard at Danhosa Temple. A look through the twisted red pine tree towards the Daeung-jeon Hall. The Daeung-jeon Hall at Danhosa Temple. The main altar inside the Daeung-jeon Hall. An up-close of the Korean Treasure, the “Iron Seated Buddha of Danhosa Temple.” The Shinjung Taenghwa (Guardian Mural) inside the main hall. The Gamno-do (Sweet Dew Mural) inside the Daeung-jeon Hall, as well. The golden Mireuk-bul (The Future Buddha) statue and Geukrak-jeon Hall at Danhosa Temple. The main altar inside the Geukrak-jeon Hall. The Sanshin (Mountain Spirit) mural and statue also inside the Geukrak-jeon Hall. The five-story manja pagoda and statue of Gwanseeum-bosal on the temple grounds. The Podae-hwasang (The Hempen Bag) statue at Danhosa Temple, as well. And the golden Mireuk-bul statue under a summer sky.—Dale's Korean Temple Adventures YouTube
The Putin-Kim Summit is like that Godfather scene of the ‘Commission’ – They’re just Gangsters
Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un are gangsters who rule over mafia states. No wonder they get along famously. Like recognizes like.
Most of the commentary on the meting of Kim and Putin has focused on what they will trade to each other: NK weapons for Russian aerospace tech seems to be the consensus.
But what interests me more is how these two are basically the same type of El Jefe, Big Boss gangster leader. They both run their countries like their personal fiefdoms, and they tolerate massive corruption to tie elites to themselves – or they push them out windows if they speak up to loud. It’s like a Scorsese movie.
And their ‘summit’ is like the Commission meeting scene in The Godfather. Everyone notes this about authoritarian states – how they slide into gangsterism. But I can’t think of any academic IR work on how that impacts foreign policy or alignment choices. The mafia experience does suggest, though, that any alignments are entirely transactional and will be betrayed as soon something more valuable comes along. I could certainly see rank, cynical opportunism being the dominant ethos of a Russia-North Korean pact.
I wrote this all up at 1945.com. Here is my takeaway:
This is a fitting meeting for both leaders. Both govern effectively as gangsters. They rule in the mafia-style, relying heavily on family, friends, and other long-time associates. Both treat political opponents as competitors to be eliminated, frequently with great brutality to warn others against intrigue or deception. Both corrupt the institutions of their own country and the international institutions in which they operate. Both engage in rampant criminality — smuggling, trafficking, and fraud — to raise external funds. Both treat state resources as a personal slush fund.
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Pusan National University
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More Time Words 아직/이미/벌써, 곧/바로... | Live Class Abridged
In my recent class on Sunday we learned more words for talking about the time, including words like 아직, 이미, 벌써, and more. The full live stream was about 2 hours long, but the abridged version here is just 9 minutes.
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Apollo Water Rower
Apollo AR Water Rowing Machine from First Degree Fitness (used maybe 30 times)
Original price: ₩ 2,500,000
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Asking price: ₩500,000 (previously $700, if I don't get $500 I'm just gonna donate it)
Wood is Ash. Can deliver. Instruction manual, cleaning tablets, distilled water, hex keys, and pump included. Stores upright to save space. Everything important is like-new (tank, seal, cord, wheels, etc all solid) except the monitor (the sensor either in the tank or somewhere along the line is faulty), but honestly a phone (clipped to the top or side of the rower) is better.
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노젓기 운동을 집에서 할수있게 고안된 운동기구입니다. 수압의 저항을 통해 전신의 근육을 강화시켜줍니다.
운동시에 물젓는 소리가 화이트 노이즈의 효과가 있어 너무 평화로워요.
수압 조절 가능, 노젓은 거리 및 시간 기록 가능
노젓는 운동으로 전신의 운동 효과
특히 허벅지, 엉덩이가 터질것같이 벌크업 되고 허리 근육 강화로 허리가 튼튼해니다!
남성분은 물론 과격한 운동이 부담스러우신 여성분 어르신들도 무리없이 운동 하실수 있는 홈트의 최고봉 운동기구입니다.
궁금하신거 있으시면 부담없이 연락주세요.
단, 직접배송이라 가격 내고는 힘드니 양해바랍니다.
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One of the great things about running a website about Korean Buddhist temples is that you get to meet a lot of amazing people. And a lot of these amazing people have varying backgrounds, interests, and insights. Rather amazingly, some of these people first visited Korea in the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. Here are their stories!
Q1: Where are you originally from? Introduce yourself a little.
A: I was born in Brooklyn, NY, but my family is from Korea, my father born in Seoul, my mother born in Pyongyang. The Underwoods have lived in Seoul since 1885 and family members of three generations are buried at Yanghwajin cemetery [Yanghwajin Foreign Missionary Cemetery]. I spent my career advocating for civil rights, particularly in housing. I first learned community organizing in Chicago, then gradually focused on race relations then fair housing. I spent most of my career building diversity within the real estate profession and its major organization, the National Association of REALTORS®. I met my wife, Katie, at graduate school and we raised two daughters in Alexandria, VA. I attended graduate school because a professor at Yonsei [University] inspired me to get a masters related to urban planning so I could teach elements of local leadership development in Korea in the late 1980’s, however, meeting Katie changed those plans as she and I decided to build our life together in the US.
Q2: When and why did you first come to Korea?
A: I first came to Korea involuntarily as a three year old in 1957. My father had a job with the America Korea Foundation. Since both my parents had been raised in Korea, I never asked why they settled in Korea, thinking it was only natural. My mother’s parents were also in Korea in the late 1950s and through the 1960s. My grandfather Lutz worked for USOM (later US AID), while my grandmother supported and encouraged many local institutions including those which educated blind children.
Q3: When you first came to Korea what city did you live? Did you subsequently move around?
A: I first lived in Seoul, not far from the west gate intersection. In 1961, we moved to Yeonhui-dong near Yonsei [University] to a house my parents built on the Underwood family land. We did spend summers at Taechon [Daecheon] beach (pre-mudfest) but our residence was in Seoul. The house we lived in was demolished by Yonsei [University] about twenty years ago to make room for a new classroom building.
Fred Underwood and his 5th grade class. (Picture courtesy of Fred Underwood).Q4: What was the first temple you visited in Korea?
A: The first temple I remember visiting was Bongwonsa [Temple – 봉원사] at the foot of Ansan in Seoul. Our fifth grade class took advantage of a field day and walked from Seoul Foreign School over to the temple. I also remember that the bus I would regularly take downtown from the Yonsei gate was the bus from Bongwonsa [Temple]. It is the temple I most often visit, at least once on each trip to Korea. I like that it is an active temple set in a beautiful location with a rich history. The second temple I remember visiting is Chundungsa [Jeondungsa Temple – 전둥사] on Gangwha Island. I liked that it was fortified. When I visited the fortifications were in dismal shape and I decided on that trip that the only think worthwhile was climbing around the dolmen on the north side of the island.
Q5: What drew your interest to Korean Buddhist temples? (Buddhism, architecture, art, history, etc)
A: My interest in Korean Buddhist temples really started in my senior year in high school, though I remember being fascinated with Buddhist architecture while doing research in earlier school projects. In addition, while still quite young, we stopped at Zozayong’s early museum near Cheonan [Chungcheongnam-do].
At Seoul Foreign School there was a tradition for the Senior Class to take a weeklong trip through Korea to be introduced to Korean history and Buddhist temples. We were fortunate in our year to have Kem and Vonita Spencer, Presbyterian missionaries to Cheongju and Seoul, be our chaperones. They shared many stories and historical references to the temples we visited, Gwanchoksa [Temple – 관촉사], Bopjusa [Beopjusa Temple – 법주사], Haeinsa [Temple – 해인사], and Bulguksa [Temple – 불국사]. My favorite on that trip was Bobjusa [Beopjusa Temple], in part due to the long twisted road we had to take in our bus to get there, but also the multistoried building with the Nahan [Palsang-jeon Hall]. The monstrous concrete statue has now been replaced by an even larger gilt one. Following that trip I organized family outings to Tongdosa [Temple – 통도사] and Sudoksa [Sudeoksa Temple – 수덕사], as well as some of the remains of temples on the Sosan [Seosan] Peninsula. The early guidebook, Inns of Korea, provided a little of their history and detailed directions to find these places.
In college, I took a course on East Asian literature (in those days having a course on East Asia was a miracle) and started reading about Korean temples and Buddhist influence, including in “Gale’s History of the Korean People.”
Q6: What is your favourite temple? Why?
A: Defining a favorite is difficult due to the uniqueness of each one. I have visited many on my trips back to Korea and one that I visited just last year Seonamsa [Temple – 선암사] is perhaps my favorite because of the peaceful quiet I enjoyed late on a fall afternoon. But that is not fair to all the others that have equally intrigued me. For me it is a toss-up between Ssanggyesa [Temple – 쌍계사] and Busoksa [Buseoksa Temple – 부석사]. Ssanggyesa [Temple] because I like the gate that is a bridge as you enter. The Dragon inside that gate is fantastic, but the setting along the stream is beautiful. Busoksa [Buseoksa Temple] because it has such an old building at its core and natural features figure so prominently in its design. When I brought my adult daughters to Korea, we happened upon Unjusa [Temple – 운주사] and thoroughly enjoyed the multitude of sculptures throughout the site. Based on the uniqueness of that temple, I found it my favorite on that trip, so much so that we did not make it to Ssanggyesa [Temple]. Lastly, I cannot leave out Yongmunsa [Temple – 용문사] from my recent trip for two reasons: the brilliant yellows of the mighty ginkgo tree and the unique and fascinating tour provided by David Mason. It is at Yongmunsa [Temple] that Korean scholars studied the Christian Bible before missionaries actively worked in Korea. Their study was purely academic. Additionally, my Underwood ancestors used to hike and hunt in the Dragon Gate Mountains.
Bulguksa Temple in 1971. (Picture courtesy of Fred Underwood).Q7: What temple or hermitage has changed the most from when you were first got here? What has changed about it?
A: The biggest change is Bulguksa [Temple]. When I visited it was in the middle stages of its restoration. The early 20th century work was still what we saw in 1972 and going back in 2017, seeing all the restored buildings almost made it seem a different place. In 1972, we saw old school carpenters carving out the joints for the pillars and beams that became the long corridors defining the spaces within the temple grounds. In the 1970s, I saw many temples undergoing restoration. The other change is with all the temples, they are much more widely visited by tourists, both domestic and international, than before.
Q8: What was the most difficult temple to get to? How did you get there?
When I was young and we visited Gangwha Island and Chundungsa [Jeondungsa Temple], it was an all day excursion requiring a Landrover. First we had to cross over to the island. The bridge was on the north side of the island, and we were going to the temple which is on the southern side, so we had to cross by ferry. Once across we drove up to the temple and had a good look around. On the way down, the Landrover got stuck and my father had to negotiate with a farmer for the use of his ox to pull us out. We made it back to the coast and explored the old fortifications and gradually made our way back to the north side of the island.
Visiting Ssanggyesa [Temple] in 1987 during rainy season was a mistake. The road was being rebuilt and muddy, and the Hyundai Excel was barely up to the task. My trip to Busoksa [Buseoksa Temple] in 1985 involved a train to Yongju [Yeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do] and bus to the temple. Of course the bus had a flat tire which required seven passengers to advise the bus driver on how to change the tire. After visiting the temple, I was treated to an impromptu concert by several women who had visited, playing their janggu [slim waist drum] and dancing to old folk songs.
My trip to Yonghwasa [Temple – 영화사] on Miruk Island [Mireuk-do] in Chungmu (now Tongyeong, Gyeongsangnam-do) started in Pusan [Busan] taking the hydrofoil to Chungmu and finding a yeogwan [inn] for the night. After finding a bus that took me to the island via an old one lane tunnel and relatively narrow road or wide path, I walked along the road to find the temple. I was treated with wonderful views across the bay to Kojedo [Geoje-do] and enjoyed the small temple as well.
Q9: Did you remain in Korea or did you return home?
A: I left Korea in 1972 for college and except for one trip home during college did not return until 1985. Several trips in the late 1980s were followed by another long drought, with more frequent trips the past fifteen years. I see many Korean American’s in my work and in my daily life, there is even a Korean bell pavilion in a local county park. I ran into the Jangsung master from Hahoe – 하회 [Folk Village] there as he was restoring the Jansung at the park. My next Korean temple I would like to see is Taegosa [Temple – 태고사]. I’ll leave it to you to find out where it is.
—Dale's Korean Temple Adventures YouTube
Workshop with Emilie Roger - Impressionist landscape by acrylic
Before impressionism, landscapes in art were often imaginary, perfect landscapes painted in the studio. The impressionists changed all that. They painted outdoors. As they were outside, they looked at how light and colour changed the scenes. They often painted thickly and used quick (and quite messy) brush strokes. (Tate gallery) We will try to re-create this technique in the comfort of the studio with a glass of wine or a drink of your choice. Join Emilie Roger for this amazing experience. Price: 35 000 won per person includes all the necessary equipment, paints and complimentary drink.
아크릴로 만든 인상파 풍경 부산에 있으면서 영어 예술을 완성해보세요! 다문화 환경에서 아크릴 워크숍을 통해 인상주의 풍경에 참여해보세요! 인상주의 이전에는 예술 속 풍경은 종종 상상 속의 풍경이었고 스튜디오에서 그린 완벽한 풍경이었습니다. 인상파는 모든 것을 바꾸었습니다. 그들은 야외에서 그림을 그렸습니다. 그들은 밖에 있는 동안 빛과 색상이 장면을 어떻게 바꾸는지 살펴보았습니다. 그들은 종종 두껍게 칠하고 빠른(그리고 상당히 지저분한) 브러시 스트로크를 사용했습니다. (테이트 갤러리) 우리는 스튜디오에서 편안하게 와인 한 잔이나 선택한 음료와 함께 이 기술을 재현해 볼 것입니다. 이 놀라운 경험을 위해 Emilie Roger와 함께 하세요. 가격: 1인당 35,000원에는 필요한 모든 장비, 페인트, 무료 음료가 포함됩니다.
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IMG_7187 2.jpgWorkshop with Emilie Roger - Impressionist landscape by acrylic
13 th Septemper (Wed) 19:00
27 th September (Wed) 19:00
Before impressionism, landscapes in art were often imaginary, perfect landscapes painted in the studio. The impressionists changed all that. They painted outdoors. As they were outside, they looked at how light and colour changed the scenes. They often painted thickly and used quick (and quite messy) brush strokes. (Tate gallery) We will try to re-create this technique in the comfort of the studio with a glass of wine or a drink of your choice. Join Emilie Roger for this amazing experience. Price: 35 000 won per person includes all the necessary equipment, paints and complimentary drink.
아크릴로 만든 인상파 풍경 부산에 있으면서 영어 예술을 완성해보세요! 다문화 환경에서 아크릴 워크숍을 통해 인상주의 풍경에 참여해보세요! 인상주의 이전에는 예술 속 풍경은 종종 상상 속의 풍경이었고 스튜디오에서 그린 완벽한 풍경이었습니다. 인상파는 모든 것을 바꾸었습니다. 그들은 야외에서 그림을 그렸습니다. 그들은 밖에 있는 동안 빛과 색상이 장면을 어떻게 바꾸는지 살펴보았습니다. 그들은 종종 두껍게 칠하고 빠른(그리고 상당히 지저분한) 브러시 스트로크를 사용했습니다. (테이트 갤러리) 우리는 스튜디오에서 편안하게 와인 한 잔이나 선택한 음료와 함께 이 기술을 재현해 볼 것입니다. 이 놀라운 경험을 위해 Emilie Roger와 함께 하세요. 가격: 1인당 35,000원에는 필요한 모든 장비, 페인트, 무료 음료가 포함됩니다.
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IMG_7187 2.jpgHow NOT to Become a Korean Teacher
I've gone through a lot of ups and downs on my journey to become the Korean teacher I am today, and I've made a lot of mistakes. So I made this video to help highlight some of the mistakes that I made, in order to help anyone else who's interested in teaching Korean. Let me know if I've missed something!
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25.08.jpgSeokjongsa Temple – 석종사 (Chungju, Chungcheongbuk-do)
Seokjongsa Temple is located in the southeastern part of Chungju, Chungcheongbuk-do in the southern foothills of Mt. Namsan (635.5 m). Originally the land that Seokjongsa Temple now occupies was Jukjangsa Temple. Jukjangsa Temple was first established sometime between Unified Silla (668-935) to early Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392). Until the end of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910), Jukjangsa Temple was a popular temple. At the end of the Joseon Dynasty, and already with centuries of anti-Buddhist policies in place by successive Joseon governments and courts, the status of the temple (like all temples in Korea) had been severely weakened. So Reverend Jo Gyeongro of Chungju, Chungcheongbuk-do arrived at the temple during late-Joseon and destroyed the temple completely. Parts of Jukjangsa Temple were then used to help construct other structures throughout the Chungju area. Additionally, and during Japanese Colonial Rule (1910-45), Japanese authorities further raided the artifacts that still remained on the temple grounds. All that was left of the former temple, besides rubble, was a single five-story stone pagoda. And the land that Jukjangsa Temple formerly occupied became private property.
In 1985, the monk Geuma-hyeguk purchased 800 pyeong (2,645 m2) of land that had once been Jukjangsa Temple. The purchased of this land was the start of Seokjongsa Temple’s founding. Now, Seokjongsa Temple is 10,000 pyeong (33,058 m2) of land. In total, there are now 21 buildings that occupy this land.
Temple LayoutYou’ll pass through a stately Iljumun Gate at the entry of the temple grounds. Eventually, you’ll arrive at the temple parking lot near the Temple Stay building. There are two trails that head north towards the upper courtyard at Seokjongsa Temple. The first of these two trails is closer to the Temple Stay building, while the other is closer to the Bowol-dang Hall. Whichever trail you take, they both lead past a semi-hidden pond with lotus flowers in bloom.
Beyond this pond, and framing the lower temple grounds, is the Cheoncheok-ru Pavilion. To the left of this pavilion is a modern five-story pagoda. And to the right of this entry pavilion is the Beomjong-gak Pavilion. Housed inside this bell pavilion are four of the traditional Buddhist percussion instrument. A particular highlight inside this bell pavilion is the blue dragon-faced Mokeo (Wooden Fish Drum). Back at the Cheoncheok-ru Pavilion, and before mounting the stone stairs, you’ll notice a pair of stone lions on either side of the stairs. The first story of the Cheoncheok-ru Pavilion acts as an entry to the main temple courtyard at Seokjongsa Temple, while the second acts as a lecture hall for dharma halls.
Stepping inside the main temple courtyard at Seokjongsa Temple, you’ll find numerous buildings lining the courtyard. However, there are really only two that visitors can explore at the temple, and they are to the north. But before visiting these two shrine halls, you’ll notice the Gamno-gak Pavilion (Sweet Dew Pavilion) in the centre of the temple courtyard. This sunken wooden pavilion has fresh, clear mountain water passing through it and can be quite a refreshing break on a hot day.
Mounting another long set of stone stairs, you’ll now be face-to-face with a large Daeung-jeon Hall. The Daeung-jeon Hall was built on the site of the former location of the main hall to Jukjangsa Temple. The exterior walls to the main hall are adorned with large panel paintings dedicated to the Nahan (The Historical Disciples of the Buddha) and vibrant dancheong colours. Stepping inside the main hall, you’ll find a wonderfully ornate interior with a beautiful triad of statues on the main altar. In the centre of this triad is Seokgamoni-bul (The Historical Buddha). The weight of the large canopy above this triad is supported by large pillars adorned with swirling dragons. Rounding out the interior to the Daeung-jeon Hall is a Shinjung Taenghwa (Guardian Mural).
To the left rear of the Daeung-jeon Hall is the Samseong-gak Hall. The exterior walls to this hall are adorned with various murals that include a ferocious tiger, peaches, and red pine trees. Stepping inside this rather strangely organized interior, you’ll find two beautiful murals dedicated to Chilseong (The Seven Stars) and Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit). Both paintings were created by the same artist. Of note is the rather startled-looking tiger in the painting of Sanshin. The third, and final, mural inside the Samseong-gak Hall can be accessed through a doorway inside the shaman shrine hall, where you’ll find a lone mural dedicated to Dokseong (The Lonely Saint). Again, this painting was created by the same artist as those who created the other two shaman murals. All three are a wonderful and masterful depictions of these three shaman deities.
Finally, and to the left of the Samseong-gak Hall and up a trail, you’ll find an outdoor shrine dedicated to Yaksayeorae-bul (The Medicine Buddha, and the Buddha of the Eastern Paradise).
How To Get ThereFrom the Chungju Intercity Bus Terminal, you’ll need to take Bus #101, Bus #103, Bus #105, Bus 106, Bus #111, or Bus #112. You’ll need to get off at the “Samwon Elementary School stop.” From where the bus drops you off, you’ll need to walk about 300 metres, or 5 minutes, and make your way to the Muhak-sijang Market and the “Muhak-sijang bus stop.” From this stop, you’ll need to catch Bus #550. This bus doesn’t come often. You’ll then need to take this second bus for 13 stops, or 17 minutes, and get off at the “Seokjong stop.” From where the bus drops you off, you’ll need to walk about 700 metres, or 10 minutes, to get to Seokjongsa Temple.
And if public transportation isn’t your thing, you can simply take a taxi from the Chungju Intercity Bus Terminal. The taxi ride will be 8.1 km, or 20 minutes, and it’ll cost you about 8,000 won (one way).
Overall Rating: 7/10While Seokjongsa Temple is quite large in size, it’s only filled with a handful of structures and shrine halls that visitors can explore. With that being said, the Gamno-gak Pavilion is a beautiful stand-out, as is the interior of the Daeung-jeon Hall and the artwork that fills the Samseong-gak Hall. Seokjongsa Temple is beautifully situated to the south of Mt. Namsan; and as a total package, it’s quite a beautiful visit.
The pond at Seokjongsa Temple. The Cheoncheok-ru Pavilion. The Cheoncheok-ru Pavilion from a different angle. The book-ending stone lions and five-story pagoda in front of the Cheoncheok-ru Pavilion. The Beomjong-gak Pavilion to the right of the Cheoncheok-ru Pavilion. The signboard over the entrance to the Cheoncheok-ru Pavilion. The Gamno-gak Pavilion and Daeung-jeon Hall. The crystal clear mountain water that pours into the Gamno-gak Pavilion. A look up at the Daeung-jeon Hall and the book-ending haetae on either side of the stone stairs leading up to the main hall. The Daeung-jeon Hall. The amazing Daeung-jeon Hall dancheong colours and summer sky. Two of the Nahan (The Historical Disciples of the Buddha) murals that adorn the exterior of the Daeung-jeon Hall. A look inside the ornate interior of the Daeung-jeon Hall. The Samseong-gak Hall at Seokjongsa Temple. The Sanshin (Mountain Spirit) mural inside the Samseong-gak Hall. Joined by this mural dedicated to Dokseong (The Lonely Spirit). One last look at the beautiful summer sky and the Daeung-jeon Hall together at Seokjongsa Temple.—Dale's Korean Temple Adventures YouTube