한국 근？현대 비구니의 수행에 대한 고찰

Abstract

From 1876 to 1985, Korean Buddhist nuns experienced the same historical developments as the rest of Korean Buddhism, but for the nuns the growth was more remarkable. Despite unfavorable conditions, the nuns participated in the purification and the innovation of the Korean Buddhist orders. They established the Uḍumbara Association, which in 1985 became the foundations for the Association of Korean Buddhist Nuns. Over the last century, their practice was well-rounded. Emphasis was placed on Seon (Zen meditation), but this was complemented by at least two other ascetic activities. The practice of building and maintaining the temples was intended merely as an aid meditation. In the modern period, the study of sutras gradually became more important, as did altruistic activities. Modern and contemporary Korean Buddhist nuns did not simply follow the standards and rules set by regimes or sects. Each nun was allowed to follow to own her preference for meditation, reading sutras or other practice. This established the direction for Korean Buddhism in later years.