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Inside the main courtyard of Bulguk-sa stands Daeung
Jeon (Hall of Great Enlightenment). (Also spotlighted in the courtyard
are Tabo T'ap and
Seokka T'ap Pagodas.) This hall enshrines
Sakyamuni Buddha, the man who attained enlightenment over 2,500 years ago in India.
Originally built in 681, it has been reconstructed and repaired several times since then.
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In the courtyard behind Daeung Jeon stands
Munseol Jeon (Hall of No Words), a
large hall used for giving lectures on the sutras. The name "No Word" comes
from the belief that it is impossible to express the essence of Buddha's teachings
simply through language. One of the temple's oldest buildings, Grand Master U-sang
first taught here around 670. |
At the highest part of the temple compound stands Kwaneum
Jeon (Avalokitesvara's Shrine). This small structure enshrines
Avalokitesvara (Kwanseeum Bosal, in Korean), the Bodhisattva of Perfect
Compassion. Avalokitesvara is known as the "One Who Listens to the Cries of the
World" and is dedicated to the well being of all living things.Always ready to
help those suffering or in need, the Bodhisattva is very popular among common
people.
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Biro Jeon (Vairocana Buddha Hall)
stands just below Kwaneum Jeon. Inside this
hall is the Golden Bronze Vairocana Sitting Buddha, national Treasure #26. The
Vairocana Buddha embodies Truth, Wisdom, and Cosmic Power. The architecture is typical
of the later Chosun period. |
Next to the main part of the compound stands Geuknak
Jeon (Fall of Supreme Bliss). The Golden Bronze Amitabha
Tathagatha Seated buddha, National Treasure #27, is enshrined here. Amitabha is
the Buddha of Cosmic Light.
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