Unofficial observance
Start of the Summer Retreat
Lunar month 4, day 15 (regular month)
Marks the start of the summer period of intensive Buddhist practice.
How did it begin?
In Korean Buddhism, start of the summer retreat falls on lunar month 4, day 15. The summer retreat runs from lunar 4/15 to 7/15; the winter retreat runs from 10/15 to 1/15 of the following lunar year. Check each temple’s announcements for its actual ceremonies.
Source · Silsangsa Temple — Worship and Dharma services ↗ (new window)
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