Nestled at the foot of Mt. Yeongchuk, shrouded in morning mist, Tongdosa Temple in Yangsan, Gyeongsangnam-do, a thousand-year-old temple, presents a sight distinct from ordinary temples.

This is because the main hall, Daeungjeon, does not house a statue of the Buddha.

The reason is that the true relics of Sakyamuni Buddha are enshrined in the Geumganggyedan ​​(Diamond Altar) located behind Daeungjeon.

In this video, we explore the temple's history in order, starting with the story of the founding by Monk Jajang, the legend of Guryongji (Nine Dragon Pond) where nine dragons are said to have lived, the meaning behind the name "Tongdosa," the tale of a snake and a toad passed down at Geumganggyedan ​​during the Goryeo Dynasty, and finally, the stories of Baekok Geosa, Samyeong Daesa, and Seosan Daesa, who protected the true relics during the Imjin War.

Experience the heartwarming stories of compassion and conviction of the people who have guarded this sacred ground for thirteen hundred years.

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📌 [Timeline]

00:00 The Secret of Daeungjeon Hall Without a Buddha Statue | The unfamiliar tranquility felt by first-time visitors to Tongdosa.

04:17 The Compassion That Transformed an Evil Dragon into a Dharma Guardian | Monk Jajang, who attempted to fill in the pond on Mt. Yeongchuk and erect stairs.

11:48 Three Origins of the Name Tongdo | Illuminating the deep Buddhist philosophy within the name, which means "to communicate" (通) and "to save" (度).

21:56 Baekok Geosa, who risked his life to recover looted relics during the Imjin War.

30:14 A Space of Existence That Has Endured for 1,300 Years | Summarizing the humanity that upheld conviction and the value of a Buddhist temple.

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📢 This video is a Buddhist history and folktale content reconstructed based on the founding legends of Tongdosa Temple, the story of the enshrinement of Venerable Jajang's true relics, and the traditions surrounding Guryongji and Geumganggyedan.

📢 The mysterious stories of the nine dragons, Guryongji, and Geumganggyedan, as well as the anecdotes of Layman Baekok who protected the true relics during the Imjin War and other eminent monks, are based on documentary records and temple traditions. However, creative expressions have been added to certain scenes and psychological descriptions to enhance the flow of the story and immersion.

💡 While some images and video materials for this video were produced using AI technology, the overall research, script composition, content review, and final video editing were carried out personally by the creator.

*This video was produced using AI technology for some images and video materials.* [Sources and Historical Verification]

🌸 Key Records and Motifs: Samguk Yusa Vol. 4, "Jajang Jeongnyul"; Tongdosaji lineage, "Tongdosa Sarigaksajeok Yakrok"; Tongdosa Sakyamuni Buddha Spiritual Bone Relic Stupa

🏯 References on Founding Legends: Founding legends of Tongdosa Temple and temple traditions passed down regarding Monk Jajang and the Nine Dragons, Guryongji Pond, Oryongdong, Samdonggok, and Yongnyeolam.

🙏 References on Temple History: Historical records of Tongdosa Temple regarding its founding, the Diamond Altar, the training grounds for precepts, and its status as a Buddhist temple.

🔥 References regarding the Imjin War: Protection of the Diamond Altar and the True Buddha Relics during the war, Historical records and later accounts of Tongdosa Temple related to Baekok Geosa, Samyeong Daesa Yujeong, and Seosandae Hyujeong

📜 Reference on the origin of the name: Relationship with Mt. Yeongchuk, ordination through the Geumgang Gyedan, and the tradition of the name Tongdosa interpreted as ‘Tongmanbeop Dojungsaeng’ (transmitting all dharmas to save sentient beings).

※ Details regarding the founding legend of Tongdosa Temple and stories related to the True Buddha Relics vary depending on the records and traditions.

※ In this video, the content has been structured into a single narrative based on various records and stories passed down within the temple to make the overall flow easy to understand.

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