Special Report on Korea – July 2012
Visual Tour of Korean Buddhism
Over 280 annotated photos exploring the creatures, deities, and artwork of Korean Buddhism. These photos were taken in June-July 2012 by site author Mark Schumacher, who journeyed to Korea to explore Kanhwa Sŏn 看話禪 and Hwadu 話頭 meditative techniques (the Korean counterpart of Japanese Zen kōan meditation). This special report includes an overview of Kanhwa Sŏn practice and features a sidepage entitled Korean Influence on Early Japanese Buddhism. Click the image below to get started. Enjoy the tour. Popcorn not included.
The many faces of Korean Buddhism. All photos copyright Mark Schumacher.
Tags: buddhist art, japanese buddhism, korea, korean, paintings, religious artwork, sculpture, statuary, votive object
