Unofficial observance
Start of the Winter Retreat
Lunar month 10, day 15 (regular month)
Marks the start of the winter period of intensive Buddhist practice.
How did it begin?
In Korean Buddhism, start of the winter retreat falls on lunar month 10, 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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