{"id":1193,"date":"2026-06-08T10:20:47","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T10:20:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kstories.kr\/en\/cul260608002-en\/"},"modified":"2026-06-08T13:04:50","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T13:04:50","slug":"cul260608002-en","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kstories.kr\/en\/cul260608002-en\/","title":{"rendered":"AI Robot Gabi to Join Daegu-Gyeongbuk Monks at 2026 Korea Buddhist Culture Expo"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AI Robot Gabi to Join Daegu-Gyeongbuk Monks at 2026 Korea Buddhist Culture Expo<\/div>\n

The 2026 Korea Buddhist Culture Expo is set to welcome visitors with a diverse program featuring prominent monks from the Daegu-Gyeongbuk region. Operating under the theme 'Form is emptiness, emptiness is form; a ball game everyone enjoys,' the expo focuses on a contemporary interpretation of traditional Buddhist culture and aims to strengthen public engagement. It promises to deliver Buddhist wisdom and solace, traditionally found within temple walls, in an accessible and friendly manner, fostering a space for participants to share life's various concerns.<\/p>\n

A Unique Buddhist Cultural Experience: Harmonizing Tradition and Advanced Technology<\/h2>\n

A variety of programs are prepared to offer both the depth of Buddhist culture and its modern interpretation. Highlights are expected to include a temple food (sachal eumshik) demonstration by Monk Uil from the Korea Buddhist Cultural Business Agency, showcasing 'Making Corn Gochujang,' and a special lecture by Dr. Cha Eun-jung, a master of Silla cuisine, titled 'A Thousand Years of Offering: Awaking the Taste of Silla.' These programs will reinterpret the millennium-long Buddhist culture and traditional food culture of the Silla period through a contemporary lens, providing a significant opportunity to shed new light on the cultural heritage preserved in the Daegu-Gyeongbuk region.<\/p>\n

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Adding a unique touch to the expo's opening ceremony will be Gabi, an AI humanoid robot monk who recently garnered attention during the Lantern Parade for Buddha's Birthday celebrations in Seoul. Monk Gabi will participate directly in official events, including the ribbon-cutting ceremony, symbolizing the harmonious convergence of traditional Buddhism and advanced future technology. This appearance is expected to draw significant public interest, uniquely demonstrating how Buddhist culture can expand and explore new possibilities in modern society.<\/p>\n

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An Expo Celebrating Life and Companion Animals<\/h2>\n

The 2026 Korea Buddhist Culture Expo will also be significant as the nation's first 'pet-friendly' Buddhist exhibition. Visitors can freely enjoy the exhibition halls and stage programs alongside their companion animals, naturally experiencing the values of respecting life and coexistence. This initiative offers a unique opportunity to engage with Buddhist cultural content with pets, broadening the inclusive values espoused by Buddhism.<\/p>\n

The expo organizers emphasized that the stage programs are designed to be more than mere lectures, serving as a platform for sharing wisdom and comfort essential for life. They expressed hope that even those unfamiliar with Buddhism would feel comfortable participating, listening to the sincere stories of monks, and finding mental repose. The 2026 Korea Buddhist Culture Expo is anticipated to be a venue where Buddhist teachings can deeply permeate modern life, fostering communication where all living beings can harmoniously connect.<\/p>\n

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