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Parents and Buddhist worshippers gathered at Jogyesa Temple in central Seoul to pray for success on the upcoming College Scholastic Ability Test (Suneung), writing wishes on star-shaped notes.
Jogyesa temple in Seoul, South Korea, has initiated Gabi, a humanoid robot, into its order as part of an effort to combat falling participation and interest in Buddhism, marking an unusual blend of technology and faith.
A humanoid robot named Gabi has been officially ordained as a Buddhist monk at Seoul's Jogyesa Temple, pledging digital-age vows before cheering crowds. This unique event marks a significant integration of artificial intelligence into religious practice and has sparked widespread discussion online.