Won Buddhism

Korean new religionVariesKorean
TraditionKorean new religion
Founded1916 AD
FollowersVaries
Script/LanguageKorean

About Won Buddhism

A modern Korean Buddhist movement founded by Sotaesan after his enlightenment experience. Its central symbol is a simple circle, the Il-Won-Sang, representing ultimate reality. It aims to make Buddhist practice part of everyday life and work. It runs schools, universities, and welfare institutions in South Korea.

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