Jogye Order publishes data collection on performance of Jin Woo-nim's 4-year term as the 37th General Secretary

(Seoul = Yonhap News) Reporter Go Mi-hye = The Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism announced on the 23rd that it has published a collection of materials containing the major achievements of the 37th General Affairs Director, Jin Woo-nim, during his four-year term.

Jinwoo took office on September 28, 2022, advocating ‘Trusted Buddhism, Respected Buddhism, and Buddhism Together.’ He was re-elected in the 38th General Services Administration election held earlier this month and is scheduled to begin his second four-year term on the 28th.

This collection of materials summarizes various policies and projects promoted by the 37th executive branch from 2022 to 2026.

The compilation committee presented the major achievements of the 37th executive branch as resolving the long-standing conflict in admission fees by reducing the entire cultural heritage admission fee for Jogye Order temples, establishing a basis for government funding, and recovering 40 pieces of 24 sacred treasures scattered at home and abroad.

In addition to popularizing the Myeongseongsang based on Ganhwaseon, strengthening communication with future generations, and reorganizing the religious organization system, it was also emphasized that they participated in activities for the socially disadvantaged, including victims of social disasters and industrial accidents.

The compilation committee said, “We hope that this collection of materials will go beyond a simple project summary or record and become a milestone for the future path of Korean Buddhism.”

The performance data collection will be distributed to major temples, monastic education institutions, public institutions such as the National Assembly, and neighboring religious orders and religions.