만해 한용운의 회갑연과 청량사

Abstract

This article summarizes the relationship between Cheongnyangsa Temple, a bhikkhuni temple in Seoul, and Han Yong-un (pen name: Manhae). Although the history of this relationship is briefly described in the history of Cheongnyangsa Temple and that of Manhae, there has been no academic analysis or research on it. Against this background, this article covers the following: First, I sought to identify the cultural uniqueness of Cheongnyangsa Temple in the modern era. I found that Cheongnyangsa Temple was renowned for its temple food and as a common gathering place for the Buddhist community. Second, I searched for activities related to the nuns of Cheongnyangsa Temple in the modern era. I studied them as they were introduced in Bulgyo sibo (lit. Buddhist Times), and the main character turned out to be Shin Ja-young, the abbess of Cheongnyangsa Temple from 1929 to 1953. Third, I sought to identify specific details about the 60th birthday celebration of Manhae Han Yong-un, which was held at Cheongnyangsa Temple on the 12th day of the 7th lunar month, 1937. I identified those who hosted the celebration, the selection criteria of the attendees and their characters, and the content of the commemorative booklet titled Manhae's Suyeoncheop. Fourth, I wanted to organize all the circumstances related to the storage, distribution, and history of the commemorative booklet from this event. I hope that this article, which reveals this background and my purpose for writing it, will become a reference source for illuminating the history and culture of Cheongnyangsa Temple, the life of Manhae Han Yong-un, and the cultural value contained in the commemorative booklet.