Young South Koreans Drawn to Buddhism via Social Media — VOA Learning English

Article · Language: English · Level: hard · Author: VOA Learning English · ≈ 4 min · 605 words

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Religious beliefs in South Korea have been decreasing for years. In 2021, just 22 percent of South Koreans between the ages of 20 and 29 identified as religious. In 2004, that number was 45 percent. Those numbers are from the Washington, D.C.-based data organization Gallup.

But that might be changing. Social media is fueling an increased interest in Buddhism among young people.

Music creator Youn Sung Ho is one reason for this increase. Youn said he has received support from younger generations for his Buddhist monk character. He calls the character NewJeansNim.

Youn said he created the character last year when he was performing at a ceremony to celebrate Buddha’s birthday.

He wore a hanbok,…

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Juwon Park reported this story for The Associated Press. Gregory Stachel adapted it for VOA Learning English.

Source: learningenglish.voanews.com/a/young-south-koreans-drawn-to-buddhism-via-social-m

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