Koreabridge
Water Rower
Apollo AR Water Rowing Machine from First Degree Fitness (used maybe 30 times, sadly)
Original price: ₩ 2,500,000
Retails (new) for: ₩1,790,000
Asking price: ₩700,000
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 anyways.
Website purchased from:
http://m.daehosports.com/product/water%EB%A1%9C%EC%9E%89%EB%A8%B8%EC%8B%...
English specs:
https://fdflimited.com/shop/support-only/horizontal-apollo-hybrid-ar-ind...
English video:
https://youtu.be/3O0LRLfLFWg?si=QB3wKy4MXebcRY1Z
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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Jason Teale
Photographer, educator, podcaster
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Photographing Korea and the world beyond!
Building and Enhancing Photography Communities in Korea: A Journey of Support and Growth
by Jason Teale, Host of the Sajin Photography Podcast
Introduction
Hello, fellow photography enthusiasts, and welcome to another captivating post on the Sajin Photography blog. Today, I’m thrilled to delve into a topic that holds a special place in my heart – the evolution and empowerment of photography communities right here in Korea.
Setting the Scene
Over the years, these communities have undergone a remarkable transformation. What once served as vibrant hubs for insightful conversations have, to some extent, transitioned into platforms predominantly utilized for seeking answers and promoting events. In this post, we’ll explore strategies to reignite the spark of camaraderie within these communities.
Cultivating a Healthy Community
The essence of revitalizing these communities lies in nurturing a thriving ecosystem, rather than merely accumulating followers. I’ve observed a trend where new groups emerge, attempting to attract members by diverting them from existing communities. Let me share an intriguing incident – a group of photographers joined the Lightstalkers community I co-manage, but their perception shifted when they discovered we organized complimentary photowalks.
The Tale of Lightstalkers Photowalks
I extended an olive branch, proposing a collaborative effort where they could utilize Lightstalkers to plan their paid photowalks. This proposition aimed at harnessing our already-established member base. Surprisingly, their response wasn’t one of unity, but instead, they accused us of hidden agendas and departed, leaving negativity in their wake. Their intent seemed far from community-building, leaning more towards exploitation.
Spotting Self-Centered Patterns
This pattern isn’t isolated. We’ve encountered individuals within these groups who ardently voice opinions yet hesitate to take constructive action. In my personal photography group for Ulsan and Daegu, there were voices demanding more events in Daegu. However, these demands were accompanied by silence when it came to organizing such events. This disparity left Daegu members with limited opportunities, despite the vocal concern for more events.
Transitioning Towards Positivity
Let’s pivot from negativity to a positive transformation. How can we genuinely uplift these communities? It begins with a fundamental principle – assisting one another.
Contributing and Letting Go of Ego
Our tendencies often lead us to voice grievances without engaging in proactive actions. The responsibility of organization shouldn’t fall solely on one individual. This challenge becomes even more formidable considering the full-time commitments and familial responsibilities many foreigners juggle. Equally important is shedding our egos and purging toxic attitudes. Even I grapple with this – negativity can be alluring. Remember, fewer clashes of ego can only nurture the community.
The Hazard of Toxic Mindsets
Photography groups can suffer severely due to toxic attitudes and a lack of participation. The fear of criticism prevents new members or photographers from sharing their work, especially if they’ve witnessed derisive comments on others’ photos. To foster an environment of growth, we must champion one another and create a space that encourages creative expression.
Support and Encouragement as the Backbone
At the core, my emphasis rests on the bedrock of support – the very foundation upon which robust communities are constructed.
Sharing and Collaborating for Growth
Recent experiences have humbled me. Friends and colleagues have come to my aid in remarkable ways. Consider the case of my interview with Phillip Brett, who created an astonishing video showcasing my documentation of Ulsan. Phillip’s gesture of support and focus on community members actively contributing is a testament to the change we need.
The BottomlineIn closing, dear readers, I’ve shared my insights, my two cents. As we embrace the upcoming fall season, I encourage you to stay inspired. Until we reconvene, keep capturing those breathtaking moments through your lens and continue to preserve the beauty that we see everyday living here in Korea.
The post Building and Enhancing Photography Communities in Korea: A Journey of Support and Growth appeared first on The Sajin.
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We(Rock Band) are looking for a Drummer.
We play mostly Nirvana songs once a week for fun.
Call or text me(010-9683-6900)
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September'23. New round of printmaking!
New month. New round of printmaking!
Sign up for basic printmaking, if you missed last month. Next month we will move to a more advanced level.
5th of September- basic screen printing
12th of September - basic linocut print
19th of September - basic monotype print
26th of September - basic drypoint print
If you book all 4 basic printmaking sessions you will have one free visit to the studio to experiment mastering your skills further on your own.
These sessions are open and beneficial to both professional and amateur artists.
Price: 50 000 won per session / 180 000 won for 4 sessions (price includes all necessary equipment + complimentary drink)
Book your (limited) spot:
tel:+821052462873
IMG_6712.jpgHow to Talk Dirty in Korean
In over 10 years of teaching Korean, I've never once been asked to make this sort of video. But it needed to be done, and Gillian 쌤 was the one who helped me make it.
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Four Lion Nine-Story Stone Pagoda at Sajabinsinsa Temple Site – 자빈신사지 사사자 구층석탑 (Jecheon, Chungcheongbuk-do)
The “Four Lion Nine-Story Stone Pagoda at Sajabinsinsa Temple Site” is located in the southern foothills of Mt. Malmoesan (688.6 m) and along Dongsan Valley near a river in Jecheon, Chungcheongbuk-do. According to the inscription on the base, the pagoda was first erected in 1022 in the early part of the Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392). Additionally, the pagoda is located on the former Binsinsa-ji Temple Site. The pagoda was originally built to help prevent another invasion by the Khitan. In total, there had already been three invasions that took place in 993 A.D., 1010, and 1018-1019 during the Goryeo–Khitan War. So it’s rather obvious why Goryeo would do anything and everything to prevent another destructive incursion by the Khitan.
The “Four Lion Nine-Story Stone Pagoda at Sajabinsinsa Temple Site” is Korean Treasure #94; and if it could be argued that a Korean Treasure should be a National Treasure, it’s probably this pagoda.
The “Four Lion Nine-Story Stone Pagoda at Sajabinsinsa Temple Site” in 1921. (Picture courtesy of the National Museum of Korea). Pagoda DesignYou first approach the pagoda up a set of uneven stone stairs. The “Four Lion Nine-Story Stone Pagoda at Sajabinsinsa Temple Site” is located in a clearing next to country homes. This pagoda, at least a first glance, looks similar to the “Four Lion Three-Story Stone Pagoda of Hwaeomsa Temple.” However, the pagoda at Hwaeomsa Temple is significantly larger in size than this one. While Hwaeomsa Temple pagoda stands 7.1 metres in height, this pagoda is 4.5 metres in height. Another key difference is that the “Four Lion Three-Story Stone Pagoda of Hwaeomsa Temple” dates back to the seventh to mid-eighth century, while the “Four Lion Nine-Story Stone Pagoda at Sajabinsinsa Temple Site” dates back to 1022.
Overall, the “Four Lion Nine-Story Stone Pagoda at Sajabinsinsa Temple Site” consists of a base, a four-story main body supported by four lions, and a roof stone. The base of the pagoda is comprised of three distinct stones. The lowest part of the pagoda is a foundation stone. Above this is a smaller square stone with carvings of lotus flowers on it (three each on the four sides of the pagoda). And above this stone is an even smaller stone with an inscription on it. This inscription indicates when and why the pagoda was initially made.
Above these base stones is the most unique feature of the pagoda: the four lions that support the weight of the upper portion of the pagoda. The four lions are meant to represent the four human emotions of anger, joy, sorrow and love. The four lions are far more compact than the rather elongated images of the “Four Lion Three-Story Stone Pagoda of Hwaeomsa Temple.” All four at the Jecheon pagoda are well preserved. And at the centre of the pagoda, instead of a monkish-figure like at Hwaeomsa, the central image to the “Four Lion Nine-Story Stone Pagoda at Sajabinsinsa Temple Site” is Birojana-bul (The Buddha of Cosmic Energy). Like the lions, the image of Birojana-bul is compact and a little chubby. The statue of Birojana-bul presents the “Wisdom Fist” mudra (ritualized hand gesture). And above the image of Birojana-bul is a beautiful stone relief of a lotus flower.
A single flat square rests atop the heads of the four lions. And above this thin flat stone are four body stones. Originally, the pagoda stood nine stories in height, but the centuries have removed five of these stories. In addition, the finial to the pagoda is long gone.
How To Get ThereThe “Four Lion Nine-Story Stone Pagoda at Sajabinsinsa Temple Site” is located in one of the more remote parts of Korea. As a result, the best way to get to the pagoda is by car. But if you don’t own your own car, taxi is the next best choice over a two and a half bus ride; however, the taxi ride isn’t cheap. From the Chungju Bus Terminal, to get to the “Four Lion Nine-Story Stone Pagoda at Sajabinsinsa Temple Site,” it’ll cost you 40,000 won (one way) over 33 km.
Overall Rating: 4/10The pagoda is a wonderful example of Korean Buddhist artistry in the same tradition of pagodas as those found at Hwaeomsa Temple and the “Four Lion Three-Story Stone Pagoda in Gwaeseok-ri.” While not as grand as the one found at Hwaeomsa Temple, the “Four Lion Nine-Story Stone Pagoda at Sajabinsinsa Temple Site” is wonderfully preserved. In addition, it has a rather surprising statue of Birojana-bul at the heart of the pagoda. The lions are fierce and the location is beautiful.
The small river that flows out in front of the pagoda in Dongsan Valley. As you first approach the pagoda. The “Four Lion Nine-Story Stone Pagoda at Sajabinsinsa Temple Site” as you first approach it. A different look. The inscription at the base of the pagoda that indicates when it was built and how many stories it once stood. At the centre of the four lions is this statue of Birojana-bul (The Buddha of Cosmic Energy). An up-close of Birojana-bul under a stone relief of a lotus flower. One of the four lions that supports the weight of the pagoda with Birojana-bul in the background. The “Four Lion Nine-Story Stone Pagoda at Sajabinsinsa Temple Site” from behind. The backside of Birojana-bul. A look up at four of the nine still remaining body stones. And two of the four lions.—Dale's Korean Temple Adventures YouTube
The Many, Many Ways to Say “RICE” | Korean FAQ
"Rice" is a word that might be difficult to translate into Korean, only because there are so many different ways to translate it depending on what type of rice you mean. For example, you might call uncooked rice 쌀, and cooked rice 밥, and different words for different types of rice. Here are all of the most important ones I've found, and which you should definitely learn.
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Volunteering at English Cafe for Language and Culture Exchange in Busan
Volunteering at English Cafe for Language and Culture Exchange in Busan
Welcome to LanCul, a global community in Busan, South Korea. LanCul is the best place to meet Korean friends and experience Korean cultures. Our place is for foreign travelers who want to meet Korean friends and share their ideas and cultures. Our community provides warm and lively space to Korean and foreign community members to interact each other. They can also share their experience and information as well.
● English Conversation Position (minimum 1 month ~ maximum 3 months)
- Fluent English speaking and willing to help Korean members improve their English
- Love meeting new friends and interacting with them
- Enjoy new cultures and sharing their ideas and experiences
● Cleaning Position (minimum 1 month ~ maximum 3 months)
- Good at keeping things organized and clean
- Interested in learning English and Korean language
- Love meeting new people and interacting with them
● Internship Position ( for long-term volunteers)
If you plan to stay in Korea longer time. You can apply for internship position, which is more managing our English conversation program and our community.
You can apply through following link :
http://lzonekorea.com/volunteering_in_korea.html
Colonial Korea – Jikjisa Temple
Jikjisa Temple, which means “Finger Pointing Temple” in English, sits at the base of Mt. Hwangaksan (1111.3m) in Gimcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The temple is scenically located with quiet forests, towering mountain peaks, and rolling streams. According to temple legend, Jikjisa Temple was built in 418 A.D. by the monk Ado-hwasang. There are three theories as to how the temple got its name. The first states that after first seeing the location, Ado-hwasang pointed to a spot on the mountain and said that a large temple should be built at its base. The second story states that in 936 A.D., Master Neungyeo, while reconstructing the temple, instead of using a ruler to measure the land and the construction materials, used his hands to measure. And the third story refers to Seon Buddhism teaching and “pointing directly” to the Original Mind (Buddha Nature).
As for Ado-hwasang, he was a famed missionary from the Goguryeo Kingdom (37 B.C. – 668 A.D.). He’s sometimes credited with first introducing Buddhism to the Silla Kingdom (57 B.C. – 935 A.D.). Buddhism was formally accepted in the Silla Kingdom in 527 A.D., but this didn’t stop Ado-hwasang from helping to introduce and popularize Buddhism inside the Silla borders. If true, and the temple does in fact date back to 418 A.D., it makes Jikjisa Temple one of the oldest temples on the Korean Peninsula.
While originally much smaller in size, the temple was later rebuilt and expanded by Jajang-yulsa (590-658 A.D.) in 645 A.D. during the reign of Queen Seondeok (r.632-647 A.D.). The temple was expanded to an amazing forty buildings. During King Taejo of Joseon’s reign, from 1392 to 1398, the temple became the largest in East Asia. However, during the extremely destructive Imjin War (1592-98), numerous military monks from Jikjisa Temple, known as the Righteous Army, took up armed resistance against the invading Japanese. As a reprisal, Jikjisa Temple was burned to the ground by the Japanese. In 1602, after the war, Jikjisa Temple was rebuilt; but this time, with only twenty buildings (half of its former size). Throughout the centuries, the temple has been expanded numerous times up until the 1980’s. Now, Jikjisa Temple is one of the eight largest temples in Korea, and its grounds are home to an additional five hermitages. Jikjisa Temple is home to five Korean Treasures.
Colonial Era PhotographyIt should be noted that one of the reasons that the Japanese took so many pictures of Korean Buddhist temples during Japanese Colonial Rule (1910-1945) was to provide images for tourist photos and illustrations in guidebooks, postcards, and photo albums for Japanese consumption. They would then juxtapose these images of “old Korea” with “now” images of Korea. The former category identified the old Korea with old customs and traditions through grainy black-and-white photos.
These “old Korea” images were then contrasted with “new” Korea images featuring recently constructed modern colonial structures built by the Japanese. This was especially true for archaeological or temple work that contrasted the dilapidated former structures with the recently renovated or rebuilt Japanese efforts on the old Korean structures contrasting Japan’s efforts with the way that Korea had long neglected their most treasured of structures and/or sites.
This visual methodology was a tried and true method of contrasting the old (bad) with the new (good). All of this was done to show the success of Japan’s “civilizing mission” on the rest of the world and especially on the Korean Peninsula. Furthering this visual propaganda was supplemental material that explained the inseparable nature found between Koreans and the Japanese from the beginning of time.
To further reinforce this point, the archaeological “rediscovery” of Japan’s antiquity in the form of excavated sites of beautifully restored Silla temples and tombs found in Japanese photography was the most tangible evidence for the supposed common ancestry both racially and culturally. As such, the colonial travel industry played a large part in promoting this “nostalgic” image of Korea as a lost and poor country, whose shared cultural and ethnic past was being restored to prominence once more through the superior Japanese and their “enlightened” government. And Jikjisa Temple played a large part in the the propagation of this propaganda, especially since it played such a prominent role in Korean Buddhist history and culture. Here are a collection of Colonial era pictures of Jikjisa Temple through the years.
Pictures of Colonial Era Jikjisa Temple Specific Dates Unknown (1909-1945) The Jahamun Gate at Jikjisa Temple. (All pictures courtesy of the National Museum of Korea). A foundation stone from Jikjisa Temple. The Daeung-jeon Hall. A look inside the Daeung-jeon Hall.—Dale's Korean Temple Adventures YouTube
Why do we live in SOUTH KOREA and not CANADA? ----|---- International couple's dilemma
As a Korean/Canadian couple living in Seoul, one of the most common questions we get asked is: "Why do you choose to live in Korea and not Canada?". As an international couple, choosing which partner's country you're going to live in is never easy. We talk about some main reasons Korea is currently the right fir for us.
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Important Hanja: Find Your 도 (道) (한자) | Korean FAQ
It's time for another Hanja episode! (I have more of these Hanja lessons on the way). This time I'll be explaining how to use the Hanja 道 (도), which means a "way" or a "road." Where have you seen this Hanja used before?
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Korean classes in September!
Busan's Korean Language Institute For Foreigners (KLIFF) is offering classes for everyone. Make a change by learning Korean this season. The teachers at KLIFF can help!
Think it takes a year to speak Korean well? Think again! In just a month we can get you speaking with the locals!
KLIFF is located in two convenient locations: PNU and Haeundae.
We have as many as 9 levels of Korean ability for you to choose from. We also offer special lectures targeted toward the Korean proficiency test.
We're open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and available Sunday, too!
Questions or need directions? Feel free to call us any time at 010-9108-6594, or email to [email protected]. You can also check us out at www.kliff.co.kr.
See the map below to our PNU location, call or see our website for Haeundae classes.
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Busan's Korean Language Institute For Foreigners (KLIFF) is offering classes for everyone. Make a change by learning Korean this season. The teachers at KLIFF can help!
Think it takes a year to speak Korean well? Think again! In just a month we can get you speaking with the locals!
KLIFF is located in two convenient locations: PNU and Haeundae.
We have as many as 9 levels of Korean ability for you to choose from. We also offer special lectures targeted toward the Korean proficiency test.
We're open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and available Sunday, too!
Questions or need directions? Feel free to call us any time at 010-9108-6594, or email to [email protected]. You can also check us out at www.kliff.co.kr.
See the map below to our PNU location, call or see our website for Haeundae classes.
Colonial Korea – Muwisa Temple
Muwisa Temple is located in the southern portion of the picturesque Wolchulsan National Park in Gangjin, Jeollanam-do. According to both the Cultural Hermitage Administration website and the Muwisa Sajeok, or “The History of Muwisa Temple” in English, the temple was first built in 617 A.D. by the famed monk Wonhyo-daesa (617-686 A.D.). It was named Gwaneumsa Temple (The Bodhisattva of Compassion Temple). But this is hard to believe for a couple of reasons. First, Wonhyo-daesa would have been just a one year old when he first built Muwisa Temple. Additionally, Wonhyo-daesa was a Silla monk. The Silla Kingdom (57 B.C. – 935 A.D.) was in open conflict, and eventual war, with the Baekje Kingdom (18 B.C. – 660 A.D.), which is where Muwisa Temple was located.
What is perhaps more plausible, but still questioned by some, is that Muwisa Temple was first established by Doseon-guksa (826-898 A.D.) in 875 A.D. At this time, the temple was called Galoksa Temple. Whatever the case may be, Muwisa Temple was definitely established by the early 10th century by Seongak-daesa (864-917). Muwisa Temple grew into a major Seon Buddhist temple in the early part of the Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392).
Before the 10th century, the name of the temple changed once more, this time, to Muwigapsa Temple, and it became a Seon temple. Later on, the temple would become a Cheontae temple with the growing popularity of the Cheontae teachings in the 11th century. According to the Muwisa Sajeok, or “The History of Muwisa Temple” in English, Muwisa Temple fell into disrepair and was rebuilt and renamed Suryuksa Temple, which literally means “Water Land Temple” in English. The reason for this change of name is that historians believe that the temple became a site for the ceremony for the rites of the dead known as the “Suryuk-je – 수륙재” in Korean. This is a Buddhist ritual to help console the spirits of the dead. Specifically, it was a ritual for the war dead, both friendly and foe, that couldn’t reincarnate. This helps to explain why the main hall, the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall, at Muwisa Temple is dedicated to Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise). The present Geukrakbo-jeon Hall was built in 1430 A.D.
In 1550, during the mid-Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910), the temple was rebuilt and renamed Muwisa Temple by the monk Taegam. Tragically, Muwisa Temple was destroyed, in part, by fire during the Imjin War (1592-1598). Fortunately, the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall was spared.
In 1934, the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall became National Treasure #13 during Japanese Colonial Rule (1910-1945). And in 1974, after years of only having a handful of temple buildings, new construction took place at Muwisa Temple. In total, Muwisa Temple is home to two National Treasures and an additional four Korean Treasures.
Colonial Era PhotographyIt should be noted that one of the reasons that the Japanese took so many pictures of Korean Buddhist temples during Japanese Colonial Rule (1910-1945) was to provide images for tourist photos and illustrations in guidebooks, postcards, and photo albums for Japanese consumption. They would then juxtapose these images of “old Korea” with “now” images of Korea. The former category identified the old Korea with old customs and traditions through grainy black-and-white photos.
These “old Korea” images were then contrasted with “new” Korea images featuring recently constructed modern colonial structures built by the Japanese. This was especially true for archaeological or temple work that contrasted the dilapidated former structures with the recently renovated or rebuilt Japanese efforts on the old Korean structures contrasting Japan’s efforts with the way that Korea had long neglected their most treasured of structures and/or sites.
This visual methodology was a tried and true method of contrasting the old (bad) with the new (good). All of this was done to show the success of Japan’s “civilizing mission” on the rest of the world and especially on the Korean Peninsula. Furthering this visual propaganda was supplemental material that explained the inseparable nature found between Koreans and the Japanese from the beginning of time.
To further reinforce this point, the archaeological “rediscovery” of Japan’s antiquity in the form of excavated sites of beautifully restored Silla temples and tombs found in Japanese photography was the most tangible evidence for the supposed common ancestry both racially and culturally. As such, the colonial travel industry played a large part in promoting this “nostalgic” image of Korea as a lost and poor country, whose shared cultural and ethnic past was being restored to prominence once more through the superior Japanese and their “enlightened” government. And Muwisa Temple played a part in the propagation of this propaganda, especially since it played such a prominent role in Korean Buddhist history and culture. Here are a collection of Colonial era pictures of Muwisa Temple through the years.
Pictures of Colonial Era Muwisa Temple 1932 The Geukrakbo-jeon Hall. (All pictures courtesy of the National Museum of Korea). A look up at the eaves. And another look up at the eaves and outside crumbling walls. A look inside the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall at the main altar which is a Korean Treasure, the Seated Amitabha Buddha Triad of Muwisa Temple. A closer look at the Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise) statue. A closer look at the Jijang-bosal (The Bodhisattva of the Afterlife) statue. And a closer look at the Gwanseeum-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Compassion) statue on the main altar. The sumidan (main altar) that supports the Seated Amitabha Buddha Triad of Muwisa Temple. Rather uniquely, the main altar doesn’t have a datjib (canopy); instead, it has this twisting dragon mural above the main altar. A look at some of the murals inside the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall that are considered a Korean Treasure, the Mural Paintings in Geungnakjeon Hall of Muwisa Temple. And the Mural Painting in Geungnakjeon Hall of Muwisa Temple, Gangjin (Amitabha Buddha Triad), which is a National Treasure. A look around the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall. Pictures of Colonial Era Muwisa Temple 1934 The amazing main altar inside the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall at Muwisa Temple. A look around the main hall at some of the amazing murals. Another look at the Mural Paintings in Geungnakjeon Hall of Muwisa Temple. And another look at the Mural Painting in Geungnakjeon Hall of Muwisa Temple, Gangjin (Amitabha Buddha Triad). Another Korean Treasure at Muwisa Temple, the Stele for Buddhist Monk Seongak at Muwisa Temple. A tilted three-story pagoda at Muwisa Temple. Pictures of Colonial Era Muwisa Temple Specific Dates Unknown (1909-1945) A stone wall in front of the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall. A look over the stone wall at the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall. The signboard to the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall. Some of the murals inside the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall. A look up at the ceiling inside the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall. Some more of the murals inside the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall. The tilted three-story pagoda at Muwisa Temple. The Stele for Buddhist Monk Seongak at Muwisa Temple. The Stele for Buddhist Monk Seongak at Muwisa Temple cleaned-up.—Dale's Korean Temple Adventures YouTube
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2023 Resume SALAS.pdf Cinna ResumeBaekunam Hermitage – 백운암 (Yangsan, Gyeongsangnam-do)
Baekunam Hermitage is one of the numerous hermitages located on the Tongdosa Temple grounds in Yangsan, Gyeongsangnam-do. Unlike all the other hermitages at Tongdosa Temple, however, Baekunam Hermitage is located halfway up Mt. Yeongchuksan instead of in the foothills of the mountain. Baekunam Hemritage means “White Cloud Hermitage” in English, and it was first established in 892 A.D. in the waning years of Unified Silla (668-935 A.D.) by the monk Jo-Il.
There is not much known about the hermitage from the time it was first established until the early part of the 19th century, when Baekunam Hermitage was reconstructed in 1810 by the monk Chimheo. The hermitage has been home to numerous well-known monks including Mangong (1871-1946). In 1901, while Mangong was an itinerant monk, he traveled to Baekunam Hermitage. It was here that one day, while caught at the hermitage for a month during monsoon season, Mangong gained enlightenment. While meditating, Mangong heard the sound of the morning bell, and the world and universe appeared to him in its original form.
More recently, the hermitage was expanded in 1970 by the monk Gyeongbong. Additionally, Baekunam Hermitage is home to one Gyeongsangnam-do Cultural Heritage Material. More specifically, this is the “Jijang-bosal Taenghwa” from 1804.
Hermitage LayoutWhen you finally do arrive at the ridge where Baekunam Hermitage is located, you’ll first be greeted by the public bathroom. A little further up the mountain, and to your right, is the hermitage’s kitchen. A bit further past the kitchen is the hermitage’s main hall. The Geukrak-jeon Hall is located in a narrow courtyard reminiscent of the one found at neighbouring Jajangam Hermitage. The view of the valley below is simply stunning. As for the Geukrak-jeon Hall, the main hall is adorned in traditional dancheong colours. Stepping inside the Geukrak-jeon Hall, you’ll find a diminutive statue dedicated to Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise) sitting all alone on the main altar. To the left of the main hall is a shrine dedicated to a green haired Jijang-bosal (The Bodhisattva of the Afterlife). And to the left of this shrine is a little shrine with sixteen statues dedicated to the Nahan (The Historical Disciples of the Buddha). To the right of the main altar, on the other hand, is a vibrant Shinjung Taenghwa (Guardian Mural). This mural has a crowning three-sided head with light emanating from its central eye. Joining this image is a serenely smiling image of Dongjin-bosal (The Bodhisattva that Protects the Buddha’s Teachings).
Next to the main hall, and to the left, is a Yongwang-dang Hall. The exterior to this shaman shrine hall is left plain, while there is a rather cute three frog water fountain with a baby Buddha at the hall’s side. Inside the Yongwang-dang Hall is a seated stone image dedicated to Yongwang (The Dragon King). The image of Yongwang is seated on top of a tank filled with mountain water.
Between the Yongwang-dang Hall and the Geukrak-jeon Hall is the hermitage’s Samseong-gak Hall. Housed inside this shaman shrine hall are three murals dedicated to Chilseong (The Seven Stars), Dokseong (The Lonely Saint), and Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit). Like the other two shrine halls at Baekunam Hermitage, the exterior walls to the Samseong-gak Hall are simply painted in traditional dancheong.
The final thing at Baekunam Hermitage, which is off-limits to visitors, are the monks’ dorms that are located across a bamboo bridge next to the Yongwang-dang Hall.
How To Get ThereFrom Busan, you’ll first need to get to the Nopo subway stop, which is stop #134. From there, go to the intercity bus terminal. From the intercity bus terminal get a bus bound for Tongdosa Temple. The ride should last about 25 minutes. The buses leave every 20 minutes from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. From where the bus drops you off at the Tongdosa Temple bus stop, you’ll need to walk an additional 10 minutes to the temple grounds west of the bus stop.
From Tongdosa Temple, you’ll need to continue up the main road for another 700 metres until you come to a fork in the road. Instead of heading straight, turn right and continue heading in this direction for 2.5 km. The road forks to the left and right. To the left is Jajangam Hermitage and to the right is Baekunam Hermitage. Follow the fork that heads right. First, you’ll pass by Geukrakam Hermitage and then Biroam Hermitage. Follow this road that eventually becomes a trail for 1.2 kilometres until you arrive at Baekunam Hermitage.
Overall Rating: 5.5/10Baekunam Hermitage has the most beautiful of views of all the hermitages on the Tongdosa Temple grounds. While the hermitage doesn’t have the most outstanding of shrine halls, they shouldn’t be overlooked either. Definitely have a look for the Shinjung Taenghwa (Guardian Mural) inside the Geukrak-jeon Hall and the murals housed inside the Samseong-gak Hall, as well. While a bit more difficult to get to because of the hike, the views are well worth the effort to get to Baekunam Hermitage.
The start of the hike leading up to Baekunam Hermitage. Part of the stony trail. The Geukrak-jeon Hall at Baekunam Hermitage. The stunning view from the hermitage courtyard out in front of the Geukrak-jeon Hall. A look inside the Geukrak-jeon Hall. The shrine dedicated to the Nahan (The Historical Disciples of the Buddha) inside the main hall. The Shinjung Taenghwa (Guardian Mural) inside the Geukrak-jeon Hall. The Yongwang-dang Hall (foreground) and the Samseong-gak Hall (background). A look inside the Yongwang-dang Hall at Yongwang (The Dragon King). The mural dedicated to Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit) inside the Samseong-gak Hall. And the mural dedicated to Chilseong (The Seven Stars) inside the Samseong-gak Hall, as well. The final mural inside the shaman shrine hall is dedicated to Dokseong (The Lonely Saint).하마터면 "Almost" | Live Class Abridged
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