2026 International Seon Meditation Assembly
Apr 3 – Nov 12, 2026 · Happening now · Seoul
Overview
The International Seon Meditation Assembly and Seon Meditation Festival, hosted by the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism, are held to promote the mental health of the public, and this year marks the third edition since it began in 2024. Under this year's theme of 'Seon Meditation in the AI Era,' the event explores ways Seon meditation can help improve the public's mental health, and through the accompanying Seon Meditation Festival, it offers the public the chance to directly experience Seon meditation across various fields.
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