Perfected State of Unification with Dao Grievances Virtuous Concordance of Yin and Yan Kang Jeungsan Jo Jeongsan Park Wudang Daesoon Truth Yeongdae Orthodoxy The Supreme God Gucheon Sangje Tenets

“As our temple complexes house Yeongdae Shrine,
they are sacred buildings embodying
the Perfected State of Unification with the Dao.”

Temple complexes are holy grounds devoted to the worship of Sangje and the Great Divine Beings of Heaven and Earth. Alongside Sangje, the 15 Hierarchical Divine Positions are prominently enshrined, representing the law of the Dao as defined by Sangje and revealed and established by Doju, who fully awakened to Sangje’s Reordering Works of Heaven and Earth.
Dojeon emphasized that there is an institutional system within our religious order to uphold and protect the law of the Dao, and that the aims of our cultivation can only be achieved by faithfully observing these law and system while maintaining them intact. Temple complexes are replete with divine beings; thus one should keep their mind and body pure and upright at all times.
Throughout the country, there are five temple complexes, starting with Yeoju Headquarters Temple Complex, and also including Junggok Temple Complex, Jeju Training Temple, Pocheon Cultivation Temple Complex, and Geumgangsan Toseong Training Temple Complex.

  • Yeoju Headquarters
    Temple Complex

    This temple complex is located in Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do.
    Surrounded by low mountains,
    it has a warm and cozy ambience.

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  • Geumgangsan
    Toseong Training
    Temple Complex

    This temple complex is located on the foothills
    of Sinseon Peak (1,204m), the first of 12,000 peaks
    in the Geumgangsan Mountains.

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  • Pocheon Cultivation
    Temple Complex

    This temple complex is located at the foothills
    of Wangbangsan Mountain (773m) in Seondan-dong,
    Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do.
    Daejin University is located in proximity to it.

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  • Junggok Temple Complex

    This temple complex is located at the foothills
    of Yongmasan Mountain, which is connected
    to Bukhansan Mountain and Suraksan Mountain,
    and faces the Hangang River.

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  • Jeju Training Temple

    This temple is located in Nohyeong-dong, Jeju,
    where the vital force of Hallasan Mountain is centered.

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  • Yeoju Headquarters Temple Complex

본전
This building is the most sacred in each temple complex, as it houses the ‘Yeongdae’ on its fourth and highest floor, where the Supreme God, Kang Jeungsan, and the other great deities comprising the Fifteen Holy Positions have all been enshrined. In the case of the Yeoju Headquarters Temple Complex, Yeongdae was moved from the Bonggangjeon building to Bonjeon in December of 1990.
The Fifteen Holy Positions is divided into four categories. The first category is the Principal Divine Position (Wonwi), which includes the Supreme God of the Ninth Heaven (Gucheon Sangje, Kang Jeungsan), the Great Jade Emperor (the Lord of the Dao, Jo Jeongsan) and Shakyamuni Buddha.
The second category is the Second Divine Position (Jaewi), which includes the Ten Judge Kings of the Postmortem Precincts (ten spiritual kings who judge human souls in the afterlife), the Five Mountain Kings (the five spiritual kings in charge of the mountains in the five directions of Earth), the Four Ocean Dragon Kings (the four spiritual dragon kings in charge of the four seas), and the Terrestrial Kings of the Four Seasons (the four spiritual kings in charge of the four seasons).
The third category is the Third Divine Position (Samwi), which includes the Sage-emperor and Martial Commander, Gwan Wu (Chinese General Guān Yǔ, the heavenly Sage-emperor who protects against evil spirits and demons), the Great Emperors of the Seven Stars (the seven spiritual kings who grant human lifespans and fortunes), and Paternal and Maternal Ancestors.
The fourth category is the Fourth Divine Position (Sawi), which includes the Messengers of the Seven Stars (those who assist the Great Emperors of the Seven Stars), the Right-flanking Messengers (those who assist the Messengers of the Seven Stars), the Left-flanking Messengers (those who assist the Messengers of the Seven Stars), and the Messengers of the Afterlife (the psychopomps who guide newly arrived souls in the afterlife).
Bonjeon is the Main Sanctuary Building, a four-story structure, but it appears to be only three stories from the outside. The fourth floor houses Yeongdae, and the second and third floors house sacred iconographic paintings of Sangje. All of the rituals and events, such as Chiseong (Devotional Offering Ceremony), Gangsik (Ritual of Drawing in Heavenly Energy), and other key activities, are held here.
As the Main Sanctuary Building houses the Shrine of the Gods, we should show our utmost sincerity and respect to Sangje.
봉강전
This building enshrines the Principal Divine Position. On both sides, the 15 Great Deities, the 48 Divine Generals, the the Divine Generals of the 28 Constellations, and the Divine Generals of the 24 Seasonal Subdivisions are enshrined as mural paintings.
This building served as the original Bonjeon Hall (Main Sanctuary Building) when the Yeoju Headquarters Temple Complex was first established in 1986. With the increase in the number of Dao cultivators, the temple complex expanded by creating the currently used Bonjeon Hall in 1990. The original Main Sanctuary Building was renamed 'Bonggangjeon Hall,' meaning 'the Building of Drawing in Heavenly Energy.'
대순성전
This building enshrines the Principal Divine Position. On the left and right walls of this shrine, there are sacred paintings depicting key hagiographical events from the lives of Sangje (the Supreme God) and Doju (the Lord of the Dao). The major achievements of Dojeon (the Leader of Principles), who established Daesoon Jinrihoe, have also been enshrined in the same manner.
시학원
When looking at Yeongdae from the outside, Sihagwon is the building to your right, where Shihak Gongbu is conducted.
The first and second floors of the Sihagwon Building serve as lodging for male executive members, while the third floor is designated for Shihak Gongbu.
시법원
When looking at Yeongdae from the outside, Sibeobwon is the building to your left, where Shibeop Gongbu is conducted.
The first and second floors of Shibeopwon Building serve as lodging for male executive members, while the third floor is designated for Shibeop Gongbu.
정심원
This building is located opposite Yeongdae. On its third floor, there are rooms for Gongbu (Holy Works) and waiting rooms where both men and women participating in Shihak Gongbu wait for their turn to perform Gongbu. This is also where Gongbu participants receive instructions and terms of observance before beginning Shihak Gongbu. The first and second floors of Jeongsimwon serve as lodging for female executive members.
정각원
This building serves as an assembly location. The first floor houses the Dao Governance Room, while the second floor contains the rehearsal space for Gangsik, which is used by teams who have completed Shihak Gongbu.
Gangshik is a ritual where blessings and enlightenment energy are bestowed by the heavens upon those who have completed their Gongbu (Holy Works).
청계탑
Cheonggyetap Pagoda represents the hierarchical divine system of the universe.
The word Cheonggye (靑鷄) means ‘blue rooster’. Cheong is the Chinese character for blue, which represents the number 12, symbolizing the Dao when it is separated into smaller components. Gye means rooster, which crows in the morning to awaken people from sleep.
This Pagoda is divided into three sections: the base, the body, and the head.
The base section is composed of three layers.
The first layer features a series of engraved pictures known as Ox-Seeking Pictures (Simudo), depicting the spiritual cultivation journey of Dao practitioners to fulfill the aims of Daesoon Jinrihoe.
The second layer contains the Four Guardian Deities Pictures (Sasindo), which represent the four directions and four seasons: the Blue Dragon of the East, the White Tiger of the West, the Red Phoenix of the South, and the Black Tortoise of the North.
The third layer contains the Twelve Deities of the Chinese Zodiac Pictures (Sibijisindo), which represent twelve directions and the twelve months.
The body section consists of two parts: the lower body and the upper body.
The lower body comprises three octagonal layers with 24 facets. They represent the 24 seasonal subdivisions in a year. Each facet is engraved with images of the twenty-four deities in charge of the 24 seasonal subdivisions.
The upper body comprises seven square layers with 28 facets. They represent the 28 constellations in the cosmos. Each facet is engraved with images of the twenty-eight deities in charge of the 28 constellations.
The head consists of nine round layers, representing the Ninth Heaven, where Sangje coordinates and presides over the whole universe.
Thus, Cheonggyetap is a symbolic representation that illustrates the entire divine system of the Three Realms (Heaven, Earth, and Humanity), including the major deities in charge of their respective domains.
Notably, the Ox-Seeking Pictures (Simudo) are located at the bottom as the first layer of the base, supporting all other layers. This signifies that the spiritual cultivation of the Dao is a mandate from Heaven, serving as a fundamental quality in our lives that humans must pursue.
In other words, everyone born into this world must cultivate themselves toward spiritual enlightenment and enhance their spirituality, eventually achieving a perfected self free from karmas.
종고각
Jonggogak Pavilion is a two-floor octagonal tower where the upper floor houses a bell and the lower floor houses a drum.
The bell is struck hourly, five minutes before each hour, to alert those waiting for their rotation in Gongbu. The drum is used during ceremonies such as Devotional Offerings and the Bong-gangsik ceremony, which is part of Sihak Gongbu.
숭도문
Soongdomoon, meaning ‘Gate of Revering the Dao,’ is a gate with twelve pillars symbolizing the Dao. On either side of the gate, there are murals depicting ‘Immortal Maidens Weaving,’ ‘Longevity and Freedom from Illness,’ ‘The Noble Populace Clad in Brocade,’ and ‘The Five Immortals Playing the Go game.’ Inside Soongdomoon are enshrined the Supreme God and other divine beings of Heaven and Earth, and it is also the place where the most precious Holy Works of Daesoon Jinrihoe are conducted. Therefore, upon entering this gate, one must first show reverence to the divine beings in the main hall. Additionally, actions such as taking photos, speaking loudly, or finger pointing ishould be avoided in this area.
자양당
The Jayangdang serves as a dining area for practitioners of Holy Works and employees on the first floor, while the second floor is used as a waiting room for female practitioners of Holy Works, as well as accommodations for dining hall staff.
종무원
This building is used to carry out the various affairs of our religious body. Jongmuwon has four departments: Planning, General Affairs, Religious Research & Edification, and Cultivation Affairs.
종각
This bell holds the wishes of Dao cultivators, known as Daewonjong, that Sangje’s blessings and grace resonate throughout the universe, bringing eternal peace and happiness to humanity. The bell weighs 27 tons, with a diameter of 2.3 meters and a length of 4 meters. Its inaugural striking ceremony was held on June 24, 1993 (lunar calendar). The pavilion housing the bell is shaped like the Chinese character "井" (well). Atop the roof stands a nine-leveled, cloud-shaped finial representing the Ninth Heaven. The bell is struck four times a day. However, on the first days of the traditional East Asian five-day week (Gap and Ki days), it is struck an additional four times, for a total of eight strikes per day.
일각문
This is the first gate one passes through when entering the temple complex, serving as a boundary between the secular world and sacred ground. Ilgak signifies achieving enlightenment in the Dao correctly and properly during one's cultivation process.
포정문
This is another gate of the temple complex, with divine generals painted on its outer walls. Its inner walls feature two murals: ‘Opening One’s Gates to Receive Guests – the More the Merrier’ and ‘Sweeping the Ground and Revealing Gold.’ Pojeongmoon Gate symbolizes the spreading of the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth to all corners of the world.
안내문
This board contains explanatory text, including the history and statement of intent of Daesoon Jinrihoe.
신생활관
The first and third floors of this building are used as cafeterias, while the fourth floor is designated for lodging for male cultivators.
일념교
This bridge symbolizes our commitment to consistently practicing Sangje’s truth with unwavering minds. It connects the front yard of the Building for Religious Administration to the New Life Building.
관리동
It is used for managing various facilities of the temple complex and serves as lodging for staff members, including those in the General Affairs Department.
대순회관
This hall includes multiple conference rooms, one of which is a large hall with 3,600 seats. It serves as a venue for upper-level clergy members meetings and discussions and also provides lodging for female upper-level clergy members.
신축회관
The fourth floor of this hall serves as office space for departments such as the Planning Department and the Religious Research & Edification Department. The second and third floors are used as waiting areas and accommodations for female practitioners. The first floor houses the central library, an international conference room, and additional conference rooms.
주차장A동
This building is used for the waiting areas and accommodation for the male practitioners.
주차장B동
This building is used for the waiting areas and accommodation of the male upper-level clergy members. Additionally, it houses a nursery, a convenience store, and a baking area.
대운동장
This is a multi-purpose playground equipped with a track around it.
내정
The Holy Leader, Park Wudang, resided here while he oversaw various duties related to Dao governance. Each temple complex features a Naejeong.

    Yeoju Headquarters Temple Complex is located in Gaya-ri, Gangcheon-myeon, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do. It is situated in a sacred and propitious site designated and hidden away for future use by Heaven. Positioned with the Namhangang River in front, this site also satisfies a vital Feng-Shui principle known as Baesanimsu, which means having a mountain at the back and water in the front. Yeoju Headquarters Temple Complex is the main temple and the largest in scale. The groundbreaking ceremony for the temple complex took place in May 1986, followed by the cornerstone laying ceremony of the main sanctuary building (Bonjeon) in July. Four months later, in November (25th Oct. in lunar calendar), the commemorative Offering Ceremony of the Enshrinement at Yeongdae Shrine (the Shrine of Gods) was held. Recitation Training (Suryeon) was introduced by Dojeon in 1986, followed by Specialized Recitation Training in 1991. After these training programs were implemented, the Holy Works of Shihak (which commenced on the summer solstice of 1991) and Shibeop were also initiated. These Holy Works have been conducted every day, all day long, without any breaks or rest, taking place at Shihakwon (the Building for Shihak), Shibeopwon (the Building for Shibeop), and Jeongshimwon (the Building for Forming an Upright Mind), with Yeongdae Shrine at the center. Sugang, a lecture-style educational course that enhances the capabilities and virtues of Dao cultivators, was initiated in 1986 and continues to this day.

    Most of the major ceremonies and occasions of the order, such as Chiseong and Bonbuseong, are held here. Additionally, serving as the central administration responsible for overseeing the local fellowship buildings, fellowship halls, and propagation centers nationwide, it faithfully carries out the order's administrative duties.

    The buildings at the Yeoju Headquarters Temple Complex are arranged around the Main Sanctuary Building(Bonjeon), which houses the Yeongdae Shrine. This shrine enshrines the 15 Hierarchical Divine Positions, including Gucheon Sangje, Okhwang Sangje, and Sakyamuni Buddha. The Main Sanctuary buildings is the holiest place at Yeoju Headquarters Temple, where major ceremonies and rituals, such as Chiseongs and Gangsiks, are performed. Though it appears to have three stories from the outside, the building actually has a four-story interior, adding to its mysterious allure.

    Centering around Bonjeon, Shihakwon and Shibeopwon are located on either side, with Jungsimwon opposite. At this place, 36 individuals form a group and perform the practice in turn, ensuring that the recitation of incantations continues uninterrupted for 24 hours a day.

    Bonggangjeon, meaning ‘embracing the energy descending from Heaven,’ enshrines the Principal Divine Positions of Sangje and Okhwang-Sangje, Sakyamuni Buddha, the 15 Great Deities, the 48 Divine Generals, the Divine Generals of the 28 Constellations, and the Divine Generals of the 24 Seasonal Subdivisions. Initially constructed to serve as Bonjeon, it was later renamed Bonggangjeon after the current Bonjeon was established in 1990. Behind Bonggangjeon, there are murals depicting the Ox Seeking Pictures (Simudo) and the Sun, Moon, and Five Peaks (Ilwoldo), as well as the Ten Longevity Symbols Paintings (Sipjangsaeng).

    Cheonggyetap, located next to Bonggangjeon, is a 13-tiered stone pagoda standing at a height of 13.6 meters. The foundation stone of pagoda is carved with lotus flowers, symbolizing purity and harmony. Each layer is decorated with various engravings in relief. The first three layers are in the shape of a round pillar, with the Ox Seeking Pictures depicted on the first one, the Four Guadian Deities Picture (Sasindo) on the second one, and the Twelve Deities of the Chinese Zodiac on the third one. The next three layers are octagonal in shape, with 24 facets symbolizing the 24 Seasonal Subdivisions, and the subsequent seven layers, consisting of square pillars, have 28 facets representing the 28 constellations. Finally, crowning the tower, nine circles symbolize the ninth Heaven where Sangje superintends the whole universe. Thus, Cheonggyetap symbolizes the Devine the Dao of the universe encompassing heaven, earth, and humanity, embodying the ideology of Daesoon Jinrihoe. Ultimately, the Cheonggyetap is a sculptural structure that embodies the cosmic divine system and serves as a symbol of our Dao as the Dao of the gods (Shindo). The depiction of Simudo within this divine system represents the image of practitioners who are cultivating the Dao of the gods.

    Daesoon-seongjeon (the Building of Sacred Paintings) is the place where sacred paintings depicting the biography of Sangje and Doju, as well as Dojeon’s sacred achievements, are enshrined. The Principal Divine Position, including Sangje, is also enshrined in the center of the hall.

    Jonggogak (the Bell & Drum Pavilion) houses Daewonjong (the Great Wish Bell) and Noehwago (the Drum of Thunderbolt Transformation). The sound of the bell resonates throughout the universe, awakening all things, while the drum is used to summon and disperse divine beings. Together, the bell and drum symbolize the virtuous harmony of yin and yang.

    • Geumgangsan Toseong Training Temple Complex

    본전
    Bonjeon is the most sacred building housing ‘Yeongdae’ on its fourth and highest floor, where the Supreme God, Kang Jeungsan, and the other great deities comprising the 15 Hierarchical Divine Positions have all been enshrined.
    미륵불
    Inspired by Sangje’s statements such as 'I am precisely Maitreya...' and 'I will reveal myself again to this world,' a statue of Maitreya Buddha symbolizing Sangje was erected at the Geumgangsan Toseong Training Temple Complex. In Buddhism, Maitreya is regarded as the Buddha who will descend to this world in the future to deliver sentient beings from suffering. This icon was constructed as an 18-meter-tall granite statue depicting a standing Maitreya Buddha, wearing a heavenly crown upon his head.
    명심당
    Myeongsimdang is a building whose name signifies ‘enlightening the mind through spiritual cultivation.’
    종의원
    Jonguiwon serves as a conference room for upper-level clergies and is equipped with a cafeteria and multiple lodging halls.
    종무소
    Jongmuso is a building where religious affairs are administered, with the second floor housing a lecture room for Yeonsu courses and lodging for male Dao cultivators participating in Yeonsu.
    외수임원실
    This building serves as lodging for male upper-level clergy.
    내수임원실
    This building serves as lodging for female upper-level clergy, while the first floor provides accommodations for female Dao cultivators participating in Yeonsu courses.
    ㄱ자동
    This building, designed in the shape of ‘ㄱ (giyeok)’, serves as lodging for male upper-level clergy.
    종각
    An octagonal pavilion houses the Daewon Bell, which was modeled exactly after the Daewon Bell at Yeoju Headquarters Temple Complex: weighing 27 tons, 2.3 meters in diameter, and 4 meters tall.
    포정문
    Pojeongmoon is a gate whose name carries the meaning of 'correctly and vastly spreading the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth.' To the left of the gate, Noehwago (the Drum of Thunderbolt Transformation) is installed, and to the right, the Ox Seeking Pictures (Simudo) are depicted as wall murals.
    안내문
    This board contains explanatory text, including the History, Founding Purpose, and an Overview of the Doctrines for both ordinary people and Dao cultivators.
    정원
    주차장
    연못
    This pond uses purified wastewater from the temple complex.
    일주문
    Iljumoon Gate is the first gate visitors pass through when entering this temple complex. It features a tiled roof atop a row of columns, and it has been decorated with Dancheong paints.
    휴양소
    The Rest Hall, designed for Dao cultivators, is equipped with hot springs, a cafeteria, meeting rooms, seminar rooms, and accommodations, providing a large-scale space for rest and rejuvenation.

      Geumgangsan Tosung Training Temple Complex is located in Inheung-ri, Toseong-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gangwon Province. It is situated at the foot of Sinseonbong Peak, the first of the twelve thousand peaks of Mount Geumgangsan, with expansive views stretching to the East Sea.

      Geumgangsan Tosung Training Temple Complex is the most recently established temple of Daesoon Jinrihoe. It was marked by a groundbreaking ceremony in January 1995 and completed in February of the following year. Subsequently, the enshrinement offering ceremony for the Yeongdae Shrine took place. Built on a site spanning 35,000 pyeongs, the temple complex encompasses 13 buildings, including the Myeongsimdang Hall, the Pojeongmun Gate, the Soongdomoon Gate, and the Jonggak Pavilion, all centered around the Main Sanctuary Building. This main building houses the Yeongdae Shrine, which enshrines 15 Hierarchical Divine Positions, including Gucheon Sangje. Within the Jonggak Pavilion, there is a bell matching the size of the one at the Yeoju Headquarters Temple Complex. Additionally, a 2.5-meter-wide drum, known as the Noehwago, is housed within the Pojeongmun Gate.

      This site holds significance for Dao cultivators as it resonates with the words of Sangje: “The Dao will one day resonate with the twelve thousand peaks of Mount Geumgangsan and give birth to twelve thousand enlightened sages empowered by Dao.” Additionally, it features a statue of Maitreya Buddha and the tomb of Dojeon, making it a meaningful place for Dao cultivation. The burial site is located on a sunlit hillside along the path to the Rest Center, where many visitors come to pay their respects. The Maitreya Buddha statue was erected to symbolize Sangje, in accordance with his statement “I am the Maitreya...” and the prophecy of his return to this world. Completed in 1997, this stone statue stands 18 meters tall. Geumgangsan Tosung Training Temple Complex is open to all, offering access to the main building, the Maitreya Buddha statue, and the temple’s scenic landscape.

      The Rest Center next to the temple complex was built in June 1996 and opened in April 1997. It has a 400-seat conference room, accommodations, and hot spring and sauna facilities that help visitors relax and unwind.

      At the Geumgangsan Tosung Training Temple Complex, a training program for Dao practitioners has been held since January 31, 1996, which includes lectures and field trips. Each session lasts 5 nights and 6 days, with a group of 120 participants. In the mornings, there are lectures, and in the afternoons, participants visit cultural heritage sites and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery, allowing them to experience and understand the principles of the Dao in nature.

      • Pocheon Cultivation Temple Complex

      Pocheon Cultivation Temple Complex is located at the foot of Mount Wangbangsan in Seondan-dong, Pocheon-si. The name “Seondan” originates from a sacred altar on the mountainside of Mount Wangbangsan, long used for ceremonial offerings to a divine being.

      Pocheon Cultivation Temple Complex was built in July 1992 and completed with five buildings on a site covering approximately 10,000 pyeong. Next to the temple is Daejin University.

      The Holy Works of Specialized Training and Prayer were conducted at this temple. Since 1994, similar to the Yeoju Headquarters Temple Complex, lecture-style educational courses called Sugang have been regularly implemented. These courses are held over two nights and three days, with 72 participants per class, to enhance the faith and qualities of practitioners.

      • Junggok Temple Complex

      Junggok Temple Complex is located in the mountain range stretching from Bukhansan, Suraksan, and Yongmasan, with the Hangang River in view to the front. This temple complex, the founding site of Daesoon Jinrihoe, was established in May 1971. At this site, the foundational framework of the religious order, including its organizational system, was established, and the Three Major Works of the order—Charity Aid, Social Welfare, and Education—were publicly declared and implemented according to annual plans. Dojeon implemented Sugang (lecture-style educational courses, 1980) at this temple to enhance the spiritual capacity of Dao cultivators. Additionally, he introduced Gido-gongbu (the Holy Works of Prayer, 1974) and Suryeon (recitation training, 1978) at the temple complex.

      • Jeju Training Temple

      Jeju Training Temple is situated in Nohyeong-dong, Jeju-si, a place known for an ancient legend where immortals weigh good and evil on a scale. Construction of the temple began in March 1989 and was completed with an opening ceremony in July 1989.

      The temple complex is a modern building consisting of 7 stories above ground and one story below ground. On the 7th floor, you can find Yeongdae Shrine (the Shrine of the Gods) and Daesoon-seongjeon (the Hall of Sacred Paintings).

      To help Dao cultivators realize Daesoon Truth more deeply, Dojeon assigned them to conduct Yeonsu (educational courses with field trips) in natural settings. Starting in October 1989, Jeju Training Temple commenced weekly Yeonsu courses, hosting classes of up to 120 students for six days and five nights.

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