Jeongtosa Temple is located in Nam-gu in the southern part of Ulsan past the Taehwa River. And it’s situated just to the east of the diminutive Mt. Samhosan (125.7 m). Jeongtosa Temple is named after “Jeongto,” which is the Korean word for “Pure Land” in English.

Jeongto is a pure heavenly realm that’s occupied by Buddhas and Bodhisattvas who have shed all of their afflictions. This is the ultimate goal of the popular Jeongto form of Korean Buddhism, which is known as the “Pure Land School” in English. Specifically, Jeongto is referring to a heaven in the Western Paradise inhabited by Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise). In Mahayana Buddhism, there are numerous Buddhas, and each Buddha has their own Pure Land. For example, there is an Eastern Paradise, known as “Jeongyuri” in Korean, which is home to Yaksayeorae-bul (The Medicine Buddha, and the Buddha of the Eastern Paradise). Of the these Pure Lands, Jeongto is the most popular. Based upon the Pure Land traditions, when an individual enters the Pure Land, it’s equivalent to attaining enlightenment. And once a person enters the Western Pure Land, the individual is then instructed by Amita-bul and numerous Bodhisattvas to help complete their attainment of enlightenment. It is at this stage that a person has the choice to return at any time as a Bodhisattva to any one of the Six Realms of Existence. Or they can stay in Jeongto and reach Buddhahood and deliver others from suffering. So it is to this symbolic meaning and tradition that Jeongtosa Temple is named.

Temple Layout

As you first approach Jeongtosa Temple, you’ll notice an upright stone marker with the name of the temple on it written in Korean: 정토사. Making your way towards the temple buildings, and up a slight incline, you’ll first notice stone statues of a dongja (attendants) and Podae-hwasang (The Hempen Bag) with a well-worn belly that’s been rubbed for good luck by those visiting the temple. Book-ending buildings guide you up towards the main hall and the lower courtyard. These buildings are the monks dorms, the visitors centre, and the temple’s kitchen.

A little to the left, and then back to the right, and up another concrete incline, you’ll be standing squarely in the centre of the temple’s lower courtyard. Straight ahead of you is the Daeung-jeon Hall. This large main hall’s exterior walls are adorned with various Buddhist motif murals like an all-white Gwanseeum-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Compassion) and Munsu-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Wisdom) riding a white elephant. Stepping inside the Daeung-jeon Hall, you’ll find a triad of statues centred by Seokgamoni-bul (The Historical Buddha). This statue is joined on either side by, not so surprising, Yaksayeorae-bul (The Medicine Buddha, and the Buddha of the Eastern Paradise) and Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise). On the far left wall is a Dragon Ship of Wisdom mural, as well as a Shinjung Taenghwa (Guardian Mural). And to the right of the main altar is a multi-armed mural and statue dedicated to Gwanseeum-bosal.

Out in front of the Daeung-jeon Hall, and reminiscent of the famed Four Lion Three-story Stone Pagoda of Hwaeomsa Temple, is a three-story stone pagoda at Jeongtosa Temple. Housed inside this pagoda are some purported sari (crystallized remains) of Seokgamoni-bul (The Historical Buddha). And to the right of the Daeung-jeon Hall is the Myeongbu-jeon Hall. Housed inside this temple shrine hall is a green haired statue dedicated to Jijang-bosal (The Bodhisattva of the Afterlife), who sits upon the main altar. And this statue of Jijang-bosal is joined inside the Myeongbu-jeon Hall by Siwang (The Ten Kings of the Underworld).

To the left of the Daeung-jeon Hall and the accompany lion based pagoda is a large stone statue and shrine dedicated to Gwanseeum-bosal. And to the right of this statue is the highly unique concrete pantheon of Buddhas and Bodhisattvas. On the top level of this outdoor shrine, you’ll find statues dedicated to Seokgamoni-bul and Amita-bul. And on the lower levels of this neatly divided shrine, you’ll find images of Birojana-bul (The Buddha of Cosmic Energy), Yaksayeorae-bul, and Gwanseeum-bosal.

To the rear of the Daeung-jeon Hall, and up another embankment that leads to the upper courtyard at Jeongtosa Temple, is the newly built Samseong-gak Hall. The murals housed inside the Samseong-gak Hall are the traditional triad that you’ll find at most Korean Buddhist temples. The central image is that of Chilseong (The Seven Stars). This image is joined on either side by Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit) and Dokseong (The Lonely Saint).

And to the far, far right, and housed on an overlooking courtyard, is a stone semi-circle shrine dedicated to Seokgamoni-bul. And this large stone statue is surrounded in the semi-circle by the sixteen Nahan (The Historical Disciples of the Buddha), the Sacheonwang (The Four Heavenly Kings), and various Buddhas and Bodhisattvas like Munsu-bosal, Jijang-bosal and Gwanseeum-bosal. And to the rear of this outdoor shrine is the newly constructed Geukrak-jeon Hall, which was in the process of being built when I visited in 2018. And it’s also from this vantage point that you get a beautiful view of the temple grounds below, including large temple murals that adorn the temple buildings like the three piece, twelve mural set, dedicated to the history of Buddhism and Buddhism in Korea.

How To Get There

From the Ulsan Intercity Bus Terminal in Nam-gu, you can take a taxi. The ride should last about twenty minutes and cost you 8,000 won. You can do that or take a bus from just north of the terminal around the KEB Bank. You’ll need to head north for about five hundred metres. You can then take Bus # 401, #307, #124, #417, #482, #712, #134, #432, or #733. The bus ride should take about twenty to twenty-five minutes. The name of the final bus stop is “Gongwonmyoji Ipgu – 공원묘지입구.” And from this bus stop, you’ll need to head north for about five minutes (just follow the signs).

Overall Rating: 8/10

I was very pleasantly surprised while visiting Jeongtosa Temple. There are a lot of halls, shrines, a beautiful pagoda, and murals to enjoy in and around the temple grounds. The highlights at this temple are the pantheon of Buddhas and Bodhisattvas, the semi-circle shrine dedicated to Seokgamoni-bul, and the lion-based pagoda out in front of the main hall. But there is definitely a lot to see and enjoy at this lesser known temple near downtown Ulsan.

The entry to Jeongtosa Temple. The Daeung-jeon Hall and lion-based pagoda. A closer look at the lion-based three story stone pagoda reminiscent of the historic National Treasure found at Hwaeomsa Temple. A statue of Gwanseeum-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Compassion). The amazing outdoor shrine to the left of the Daeung-jeon Hall at Jeongtosa Temple. A closer look at some of the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas that inhabit it. The pathway leading up to the Samseong-gak Hall. The semi-circle outdoor shrine dedicated to Seokgamoni-bul. Some of the stone reliefs of the outdoor shrine. One of the temple building’s amazing artwork depicting Buddhism in Korea. —

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Removing markers when speaking | Korean FAQ

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I often see Korean learners making sentences without adding all of the markers - removing the topic marker or removing the subject marker. This is usually fine. After all, native Korean speakers themselves do this sort of thing all the time. However, just because native speakers can remove markers when speaking, that doesn't mean markers aren't necessary in speech. In fact, removing markers isn't as easy as it seems - removing them can also sound less natural. It's unfortunately not as simple as "it's okay to remove markers." And removing too many markers can even sound awkward, or at the least sound less like a native.

I talk about how native Korean speakers do this, and what things to consider when you want to do this. I also give some advice for how you can sound more natural while removing the topic and subject marker.

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Cook in Korean – Useful words and vocabulary for the kitchen

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Adding to your knowledge, all the words related to how to cook in Korean and the tools needed can be another fun lesson for you to tackle.

Whether you want to attend a cooking class in Korea or identify the tools used to cook your dinner or explain how to make your favorite dishes when you’re in your home country, the following words will prove useful.

Let’s learn about cooking by learning all the vocabulary in this language for the tools, appliances, and utensils you’ll need, from the English language to Korean.

How to say “cook” in Korean

The word “cook” in English may have different definitions depending on whether it’s used as a verb or a noun in sentences. Here are their terms in Korean.

Cook in Korean (Noun)

If you’re pertaining to “cook” in Korean as a noun, you can say it as 요리 (yori). As a noun, it can also be said as 요리사 (yorisa), which means chef.

Cook in Korean (Verb)

The word for “cook” in Korean as a verb is 요리하다 (yorihada). This is made up of 2 words which are 요리 (yori) and 하다 (hada) where 요리 (yori) means cook and 하다 (hada) is to do. 요리하다 (yorihada) can be translated as “to cook.”

Essential kitchen vocabulary in Korean

You may eat or cook in different cuisines like French, Japanese, Italian, German, Dutch, Danish, and the like. Each cuisine creates delicious meals using the tools listed. For now, we’ll focus on the Hangeul translation of each word in English below. This may also be useful and essential if you want to teach your friend about cooking your home country’s cuisine!

Cookware in Korean

The term for “cookware” in Korean is 취사도구 (chwisadogu).

Words for Korean Cookware

These are the common tools used to prepare and cook food.

EnglishKorean Skillet (Frying Pan) 냄비 (naembi),
프라이팬 (peuraipaen) Braiser 브헤제 (beuheje) Slicer
슬라이서 (seullaiseo) Kitchen Scale 조리용 저울 (joriyong jeoul) Mixing Bowl
믹싱 볼 (miksing bol) Chopping Board, Cutting Board 도마 (doma) Mandolin 만돌린 (mandollin) Stock Pot 육수 냄비 (yuksu naembi) Kettle 주전자 (jujeonja) Rubber Gloves 고무장갑 (gomujanggap) Food Container 용기포장, (yonggipojang),
식품 (sikpum),
보관용기 (bogwanyonggi) Mortar and Pestle 막자사발과 막자(makjasabalgwa makja),
절구와 절구 공이(jeolguwa jeolgu gongi) Stone Pot 돌솥 (dolsot) Earthenware Pot 뚝배기 (ttukbaegi) Grinder 가는 기구 (ganeun gigu) Strainer, Colander 여과기 (yeogwagi),
거르개 (georeugae),
체 (che) Sauce Pan, Pot 냄비 (naembi) Sheet Pan 시트 팬 (siteu paen) Baking Dish 베이킹 접시 (beiking jeopsi) Can Opener 캔 오프너 (kaen opeuneo),
깡통따개 (kkangtongttagae) Zester 껍질벗기개 (kkeopjilbeotgigae) Salad Spinner 채소 탈수 바구니 (chaeso talsu baguni),
채소 탈수기 (chaeso talsugi),
채소건조기 (chaesogeonjogi) Wok 웍 (wok) Saute Pan 소테팬 (sotepaen),
볶음용 팬 (bokkeumyong paen) Grater 강판 (gangpan) Utensils in Korean

There are two ways to say “utensils” in Korean. You can say it as 밥그릇 (bapgeureut) or 기구 (gigu).

Words for Korean Utensils

These handheld tools used to cook are ultimately important, from the preparation of food to dining.

EnglishKorean Knife 칼 (kal) Spatula 주걱 (jugeok),
뒤집개 (dwijipgae) Measuring Spoon 계량스푼 (gyeryangseupun) Rice Paddle 밥주걱 (bapjugeok) Scissors 가위 (gawi) Measuring Cup 계량 컵 (gyeryang keop) Peeler 껍질 벗기는 칼 (kkeopjil beotgineun kal) Whisk 거품기 (geopumgi) Tongs 집게 (jipge) Meat Tenderizer 연육제 (yeonyukje) Fork 포크 (pokeu) Spoon 숟가락 (sutgarak),
스푼 (seupun) Chopsticks 젓가락 (jeotgarak) Kitchen Appliances in Korean

The term for “kitchen appliances” in Korean is 주방용품 (jubangyongpum).

Words for Korean Kitchen Appliances

These cooking appliances are most relevant to the actual cooking process.

EnglishKorean Rice Cooker 밥솥 (bapsot) Microwave 전자레인지 (jeonjareinji) Blender 분쇄기 (bunswaegi),
믹서기 (mikseogi) Oven 오븐 (obeun) Stove 레인지 (reinji) Toaster 토스터 (toseuteo) Coffeemaker 커피메이커 (keopimeikeo) Fridge 냉장고 (naengjanggo) Freezer 냉동고 (naengdonggo) Electric Whisk 전기 거품기 (jeongi geopumgi) Grill 그릴 (geuril),
석쇠 (seoksoe) Gas Burner 가스버너 (gaseubeoneo) Food Processor 만능 조리 기구 (manneung jori gigu) Slow Cooker 전기 찜솥 (jeongi jjimsot)

Did we miss any essential cooking tools? Please let us know so we can add it to the list and teach you even more! Which tools and appliances are your personal favorites to use when cooking? And have you already searched with people you know from Korea how many of the same items you have in your respective kitchens? Let us know your answers and examination results in the comments!

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