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The Daeung-jeon Hall at Biroam Hermitage on the Tongdosa Temple Grounds in Yangsan, Gyeongsangnam-do. Hermitage History

Biroam Hermitage is located on the Tongdosa Temple grounds in Yangsan, Gyeongsangnam-do in the southern foothills of Mt. Yeongchuksan (1,082.2 m) some 500 metres away from the neighbouring Geukrakam Hermitage. Biroam Hemritage is named after the Buddha of Cosmic Energy, Birojana-bul.

It’s recorded that Biroam Hermitage was first founded in 1345 by the monk Yeongsuk. The hermitage would be rebuilt in 1578 by the monk Taeheum. Biroam Hermitage was completely destroyed during the Imjin War (1592-1598), and it was later rebuilt and reconstructed several more times.

In total, Biroam Hermitage is home to one protected property, which is a Gyeongsangnam-do Tangible Cultural Property. The protected property is the “Biroam Taenghwa,” which is housed inside the Daeung-jeon Hall at Biroam Hermitage.

Hermitage Layout

As you first approach the hermitage grounds, you’ll need to pass through the Cheonwangmun Gate. On the front walls, you’ll find two guardians. Stepping inside the narrow corridor that leads through this entry gate, you’ll find four painted images dedicated to the Four Heavenly Kings. And on the ceiling of the structure is a twising yellow dragon.

Having passed through the Cheongwangmun Gate, you’ll get a beautiful view of the well tended to grounds at Biroam Hermitage and a view of the valley below where Tongdosa Temple, and numerous other hermitages, are situated. To your left, and over a row of lower lying hedges, is your first glimpse at the shrine halls at the hermitage.

Passing through another entry gate, this time a four pillared structure, you’ll gain entry to the main hermitage grounds. Straight ahead of you is the beautiful Daeung-jeon Hall. The main hall is fronted by a modern three-story pagoda to the left and an equally modern seokdeung (stone lantern) to the right of the stone stairs that leads up to the Daeung-jeon Hall. The exterior walls to the main hall are adorned with Bicheon (Flying Heavenly Deities) and a set of Shimu-do (Ox-Herding Murals). Stepping inside the Daeung-jeon Hall, you’ll find an solitary statue of Birojana-bul (The Buddha of Cosmic Energy) on the main altar. To the right of the main altar is a shrine dedicated to Jijang-bosal (The Bodhisattva of the Afterlife). And to the left of the main altar is the historic “Biroam Taenghwa” that dates back to the late Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). As for the rest of the interior of the main hall, you’ll find wall murals of monks, a phoenix and dragons adorning the beams of the structure.

To the immediate right of the Daeung-jeon Hall is a rather non-descript administrative office. To the front left of the main hall, and next to the three-story stone pagoda, is the hermitage’s koi pond with a wooden water wheel. But it’s to the left rear of the Daeung-jeon Hall that you’ll find one of the major highlights to the hermitage.

The Bukgeuk-jeon Hall is dedicated to Chilseong (The Seven Stars). Like Anyangam Hermitage and Geukrakam Hermitage, the Tongdosa Temple hermitages largely venerate and worship the shamanic deity Chilseong. And while this shaman shrine hall is primarily dedicated to Chilseong, it actually functions as a Samseong-gak Hall with additional murals dedicated to Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit) and Dokseong (The Lonely Saint) housed inside it. The original murals are now housed inside the Tongdosa Temple museum, these reproductions housed inside the Bukgeuk-jeon Hall of Chilseong, Sanshin, and Dokseong, are faithful to the originals. The original of Dokseong housed inside the Tongdosa Temple museum dates back to 1899 as does the Sanshin mural. The original central image dedicated to Chilseong was produced a few years later in 1904.

As for the designs of each mural, the central reproduction dedicated to Chilseong is a wonderfully vibrant mural dominated by blue tones and various constellations marked by white circles surrounded by a solid red lines. In the centre of the mural is a cloud burst with various figures that include Jeseok-cheon (Indra), Wolgwang-bosal (The Moonlight Bodhisattva), Ilgwang (The Sunlight Bodhisattva), and Bukseong (The Northern Star). This beautiful mural is fronted by a glass enclosure with a golden statue of Birojana-bul inside. To the left of this central image is a painting dedicated to Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit) with a devilish-looking tiger at his side. And finally, the image to the right is dedicated to Dokseong (The Lonely Saint) looking down at some swirling incense with his long white eyebrows.

The exterior walls to the Bukgeuk-jeon Hall are adorned with a set of murals that depict the life-cycle from birth to death. Also near the signboard to the shaman shrine hall are some beautifully carved and painted dragon heads.

The only other structure at the hermitage, and off-limits to the general public, are the monks’ dorms to the left of the koi pond. But as a whole, the entire hermitage grounds are both beautiful and well tended to.

How To Get There

From Busan, you’ll first need to get to the Nopo subway stop, which is stop #134. From there, go to the intercity bus terminal. From the intercity bus terminal get a bus bound for Tongdosa Temple. The ride should last about 25 minutes. The buses leave every 20 minutes from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. From where the bus drops you off at the Tongdosa Temple bus stop, you’ll need to walk an additional 10 minutes to the temple grounds west of the bus stop.

From Tongdosa Temple, you’ll need to continue up the main road for another 700 metres until you come to a fork in the road. Instead of heading straight, turn right and continue heading in that direction for two kilometres. The road forks to the left and right: left to Jajangam Hermitage and right to Biroam Hermitage. Follow the fork that heads right. And when the road forks once more to the left and right, the left leads to Geukrakam Hermitage and the right continues on towards your final destination of Biroam Hermitage.

Overall Rating: 5.5/10

The obvious main highlight to Biroam Hermitage is all the artwork that fills this historic hermitage. Of particular interest are the replicas of the historic shaman murals inside the Bukgeuk-jeon Hall, especially the central image dedicated to Chilseong (The Seven Stars). Also of interest is the “Biroam Taenghwa” housed inside the Daeung-jeon Hall to the left of the main altar. Finally, all the natural beauty that surrounds Biroam Hermitage like the towering peaks of Mt. Yeongchuksan to the north, the sprawling valley below to the south, and all the beautiful flowers and shrubbery that are well-tended to at Biroam Hermitage makes this hermitage one of the more beautiful hermitages to visit at Tongdosa Temple.

The stream that flows to the west of Biroam Hermitage in June, 2006. The Cheonwangmun Gate at the hermitage. A painting of Damun Cheonwang (north) inside the Cheonwangmun Gate. Joined by this painting of Gwangmok Cheonwang (west) inside the Cheonwangmun Gate. A bird atop the second entry gate at Biroam Hermitage. A monk walking in front of the Daeung-jeon Hall in February, 2005. The main altar inside the Daeung-jeon Hall. The “Biroam Taenghwa” inside the Daeung-jeon Hall. And the shrine dedicated to Jijang-bosal (The Bodhisattva of the Afterlife) inside the main hall. A look towards the koi pond, monks’ dorms, and the Bukgeuk-jeon Hall. A closer look at the Bukgeuk-jeon Hall. With one of the life-cycle murals that adorns the shaman shrine hall. One of the decorative dragons that adorns the exterior of the shaman shrine hall, as well. A look inside the Bukgeuk-jeon Hall at three amazing replicas of shaman deities. A closer look at the replica of Chilseong (The Seven Stars) inside the Bukgeuk-jeon Hall. And the replica painting dedicated to Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit). As well as this replica dedicated to Dokseong (The Lonely Saint).

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My latest book, Theory and Criticism in the Chicago Tradition: Ten Essays Composed Abroad, is now published and available for purchase on Amazon.

In this collection of ten essays of political theory and literary criticism, Andrew Lawrence Crown applies the distinctive approach to the analysis of seminal texts he acquired during his graduate studies in Political Science at The University of Chicago in the early 1990s. Though he composed all but one of the essays in this volume many years after he left Chicago, and while residing overseas as an expatriate author and academic, Professor Crown’s treatment of the writings of Aristotle, Leo Strauss, Thomas Hobbes, Alexis De Tocqueville, George Orwell, Isaac Bashevis Singer, and John Dewey herein bears the unmistakable imprint of the Chicago approach to the study and analysis of the exceptional books of the Western tradition. Both scholars and general readers of refined tastes will find these essays to be keenly illuminating and superbly enlightening as they tackle some of the central and perennial problems of political theory, ethics, religion, history, literature as art, and human existence itself.

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"ㅂ verbs are irregular." Everyone learns this as a beginner when you study how to conjugate the 요 form. But knowing "WHY" ㅂ verbs are irregular can help ease some of the confusion, and make learning them much simpler. In today's video I explain the reason why ㅂ-verbs are irregular, or why they're actually NOT irregular.

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A couple of months ago I had a fan meetup in Seoul, and I tried to guess how long several of my subscribers had been learning Korean for. Some of them had just recently started, while others had been studying for years. So I did my guess to estimate exactly when they started learning, and absolutely failed (at most of them, but not all). Can you guess how long they've been learning Korean better than I did?

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Greetings to all photography enthusiasts and followers of my creative journey! Today I’m sharing a candid account of my recent experience with HostPapa, a web hosting provider that has been a part of my online presence for years. In this post, I’ll delve into the recurring downtime issues I faced, the persistent upselling tactics of an accounts manager named Cesar, and the unexpected help I found on social media.

A Long-Term Relationship Turned Sour

My association with web hosting began way back in the early 2000s when I signed up with Lunarpages. A solid start, it all changed when HostPapa took over. While my loyalty remained steadfast, my experience evolved, and not always for the better. This evolution made me wonder if HostPapa’s commitment to customers had shifted over time.

The reality is that they sort of see legacy accounts such as mine, as a pain to handle and ever since they took over, there was a push to upgrade and send them more money for not a lot in return. Hostpapa treated me more like an unwanted house guest than a loyal subscriber.

Dealing with Recurring Downtime

As a content creator and photographer, maintaining a seamless online experience is vital. Unfortunately, my journey with HostPapa’s shared server was marred by frequent downtimes due to excessive resource usage from my site, according to them. These unexpected surges in resources and failures not only frustrated me but also lead to frequent snotty emails from their accounts manager.

I was shocked to see the lack of understanding and fake empathy coming from the HostPapa team. Nothing at all sounded sincere or like they were really trying to help solve this problem together with me. It just sounded to me like they were sick of dealing with my issue because it was from a legacy account left over from LunarPages and they they just want me to pay more so that they could be done with this old account.

Cesar: The Persistent Upseller

Amidst these challenges, I encountered Cesar, an accounts manager at HostPapa. While an accounts manager typically offers support, Cesar’s approach often felt like a continuous sales pitch with a side of uncaring frustration. The insistence on upgrading to higher-tier hosting plans, even when I questioned the necessity, left me feeling cornered and pressured. This misalignment between my needs and the proposed solutions was disheartening. Repeatedly, I had told them that I was not in the position to upgrade financially but, it fell on deaf ears.

Some of the emails left me annoyed especially when he replied in an email stating that he didn’t have any further optimization tips for me. A comment that really sounded snarky as I was desperately seeking solutions to an ongoing problem that kept resulting in my site being shut down for extended periods of time.

I wasn’t looking for “tips” on site optimization or how to get more followers on TikTok, I needed support. Sadly, all I was getting was a constant push to upgrade. Albeit at a discounted price, it was still coming off sleezy to me.

Twitter: Unconventional Problem-Solving

Interestingly, my pursuit of assistance took an unexpected turn when I turned to Twitter (or X as it is now known) for advice. Surprisingly, my plea grabbed the attention of HostPapa’s social media team. Suddenly, my issues were being addressed with a sense of urgency. This experience highlighted the power of public platforms in escalating concerns.

They jumped up and got a support ticket made. Suddenly what was seemingly out of the scope of tech according to Cesar, support was now swiftly being handled. I was surprised at how fast they got my site up again and friendly the other HostPapa team members were.

Persistent Upselling: A Familiar Tune

What struck me the most was how my HostPapa account, which dates back to the early 2000s, had evolved from a partnership to an ongoing upselling push. This shift in focus raised questions about the true intent behind these interactions.

It started with a push to upgrade simply because my email was getting full. Then, they took to shutting down my site. For a small photography website, it really made me question my loyalty to this hosting service. Their tech support came up with only temporary solutions but weeks later, Cesar was back with another 48-hour shut down notice. The solution: upgrade my hosting package.

It wasn’t until my twitter post that I really found some honest support. That to me is a huge red flag. When you have to make an issue public to get some solid help that shows where a company’s priorities are.

The Bottomline

Reflecting on my HostPapa journey, I’m reminded of the need for reliable and supportive hosting solutions. As a photographer, my energy should be directed towards capturing beautiful images and sharing stories behind them, rather than dealing with technical hiccups. While I cherish the relationship I’ve built over the years, it’s essential to assess whether the current path aligns with my goals.

In the pursuit of better hosting options, I’ll continue my quest for a platform that values customer support, reliability, and the growth of creative ventures. Thank you for joining me on this open exploration of my web hosting experiences. Your support fuels my determination to find the best path forward for both me and my audience.

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It's time to share every one of my favorite tools and resources for learning Korean. I've been compiling tools for years and selected several of the best, most useful ones for learners of all levels - most of these I still use myself.

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The Hong-gyo Bridge at Geukrakam Hermitage on the Tongdosa Temple Grounds in Yangsan, Gyeongsangnam-do. Hermitage History

Geukrakam Hermitage is located on the Tongdosa Temple grounds in Yangsan, Gyeongsangnam-do in the foothills of Mt. Yeongchuksan (1082.2 m). The name of the hermitage is closely associated with Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise), who typically resides inside a Geukrak-jeon Hall at a temple or hermitage. In English, “Geukrak” means “Ultimate Bliss” for the Western Paradise that Amita-bul resides.

Geukrakam Hermitage was first founded in 1344. From its creation to the late Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910), very little of the hermitage’s history is known. The only thing that is recorded about the hermitage is that it was reconstructed by the monk Cheolhong in 1758. More recently, and because of the monk Gyeongbong (1892-1982) who came to the hermitage in 1955, the hermitage grew in popularity. It was also at this time until the 1980s that the entire hermitage grounds were reconstructed.

In total, Geukrakam Hermitage is home to five Gyeongsangnam Cultural Heritage Materials. They are the Suje-jeon Hall, the Shinjung Taenghwa (Guardian Mural), a bronze gong, a stone Gwanseeum-bosal statue, and a Amita-bul Hubul-taeng. All of these are housed at either Geukrakam Hermitage or the Tongdosa Temple museum.

Hermitage Layout

When you first approach the grounds, you’ll notice the imposing Mt. Yeongchuksan in the background framing the entire hermitage grounds. Passing through the hermitage parking lot, you’ll see a beautiful bridge spanning a large pond to your right. This bridge is the Hong-gyo Bridge. During the summer months, lotus flowers grow in the pond; while in the springtime, a beautiful old cherry blossom tree grows next to the pond. Backing this pond is the large Yeongwol-ru Pavilion. The first floor of this structure seems to be for storage, while the second story acts as dorms for visitors.

To the left of the Yeongwol-ru Pavilion, you’ll climb up an uneven set of stairs and pass through a two pillar entry gate. To your left are the monks’ dorms. And straight ahead of you is the Suje-jeon Hall (Caring for Human’s Longevity and Fortune Hall). Originally when the shrine hall was made during the Joseon Dynasty, it was built as a Chilseong-gak Hall. Later, and in 1903, the shrine hall was converted by the mayor of Yangsan, An Jong,-seol, into a shrine hall for the longevity of the Korean royal family. Also, this shrine hall formerly housed the “Amita Hubul-taeng,” which is now housed inside the Muryangsu-jeon Hall at Geukrakam Hermitage. The exterior walls to the Suje-jeon Hall have scenic murals of waterfalls and white cranes, as well as a snowy depiction of the hermitage during the winter months. Stepping inside the Suje-jeon Hall, you’ll find a central mural dedicated to Jeseok-cheon (Indra) on the main altar joined by seven different murals dedicated to Chilseong (The Seven Stars). Currently, there is also an-all new Sanshin (Mountain Spirit) mural housed inside the Suje-jeon Hall. The Mountain Spirit is joined in the painting by a blue-eyed tiger.

To the right of the Suje-jeon Hall is the very large Muryangsu-jeon Hall. There is an outer corridor to this shrine hall before stepping inside the main hall. Hanging on the far right wall of this wooden corridor is the historic Shinjung Taenghwa (Guardian Mural). In this historic mural, you’ll find a total of eighteen figures. It’s believed that this mural dates back to 1818. Included in the mural are images of Dongjin-bosal, Jeseok-cheon (Indra), Beom-cheon (Brahma), and various shamanic deities. And hanging on the far left wall is the bronze plate gong that dates back to 1900-1907. It’s about 85 cm in diametre, and it has a beautiful light green patina to it.

Stepping inside the Muryangsu-jeon Hall, you’ll find a simple interior. Resting all alone on the main altar is a tiny little statue dedicated to Gwanseeum-bosal. This historic statue dates back to 1835. The statue dedicated to the Bodhisattva of Compassion holds an equally tiny bottle in its lap. And backing this stone statue is the “Amita Hubul-taeng.” This fading main altar mural was first painted in 1821, and in the centre of the mural rests Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise). Amita-bul is joined by the Sacheonwang (The Four Heavenly Kings), Yongwang (The Dragon King), Beom-cheon (Brahma), Jeseok-cheon (Indra), and accompanying Bodhisattvas. As for the exterior of the Muryangsu-jeon Hall, you’ll find rather large, but elemental, Shimu-do (Ox-Herding Murals).

To the right of the Muryangsu-jeon Hall is the Samso-gul Hall, which is off-limits to the general public. But it’s between the Muryangsu-jeon Hall and the Samso-gul Hall that you’ll find a pathway leading to the rear of the main hall. Up a meandering pathway, you’ll finally come to the Dokseong-gak Hall after about about a one hundred metre stroll. Inside this shrine hall, the interior is lit with simmering glass lotus flowers. And on the main altar is a statue dedicated to Dokseong (The Lonely Saint) inside a glass enclosure.

How To Get There

From Busan, you’ll first need to get to the Nopo subway stop, which is stop #134. From there, go to the intercity bus terminal. From the intercity bus terminal get a bus bound for Tongdosa Temple. The ride should last about 25 minutes. The buses leave every 20 minutes from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. From where the bus drops you off at the Tongdosa Temple bus stop, you’ll need to walk an additional 10 minutes to the temple grounds west of the bus stop.

From Tongdosa Temple, you’ll need to continue up the main road for another 700 metres until you come to a fork in the road. Instead of heading straight, turn right and continue heading in this direction for 1.4 kilometres. There are a cluster of hermitages that are well marked in this area. Follow the signs that read “Geukrakam – 극락암.”

Overall Rating: 5/10

While not the largest hermitage at Tongdosa Temple, Geukrakam Hermitage is definitely one of its more beautiful with the Hong-gyo Bridge at the entry and the historic Suje-jeon Hall. In addition to these two highlights, other things to keep an eye out for are all the Gyeongsangnam Cultural Heritage Materials like the Shinjung Taenghwa, the bronze plate gong, and the main altar Amita-bul Hubul-taeng. And to top it all off, the sparkly interior of the Dokseong-gak Hall to the rear of the hermitage grounds is another thing not to overlook when at Geukrakam Hermitage.

The Hong-gyo Bridge during springtime. Some white lotus flowers in the pond beneath the Hong-gyo Bridge during the summer months. A look through the hermitage entry gate at the Suje-jeon Hall. The Suje-jeon Hall in the sunshine. A fading mural of Geukrakam Hermitage that adorns the exterior of the Suje-jeon Hall. The interior of the Suje-jeon Hall with separate murals depicting Chilseong (The Seven Stars). Also housed inside the Suje-jeon Hall is this depiction of Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit). The view from the Suje-jeon Hall. Three nuns making their way through the entry gate in the early morning light. The Muryangsu-jeon Hall at Geukrakam Hermitage. One of the large Shimu-do (Ox-Herding Murals) that adorns the exterior of the main hall. The entry to the Muryangsu-jeon Hall. The corridor out in front of the entry to the main hall with the Shinjung Taenghwa (Guardian Mural) at the end of the corridor. The main altar inside the Muryangsu-jeon Hall in 2010. The pathway leading up to the Dokseong-gak Hall. A white hare in the shubbery at Geukrakam Hermitage. A Bodhidharma-looking image of Dokseong (The Lonely Saint) adorning one of the exterior walls to the Dokseong-gak Hall. And the main altar inside the Dokseong-gak Hall.—

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