The Taesang Jongdosanim on the Taeulju Mantra

The Taeeulju Mantra is a gift of salvation to all of humanity from Jeung-san Sangjenim, who revealed to us, “The world’s people shall be delivered by the Taeeulju Mantra”(Dojeon 8:56:6). The mantra remains central to Jeungs San Do’s meditation practice to this very day, chanted in our dojangs (“dao centers”) and in our homes. Our … Continue reading “The Taesang Jongdosanim on the Taeulju Mantra”

Sangjenim: the Sovereign of the Universe

the following is an excerpt of Taesang Jongdosanim’s lecture at Jeung San Do’s dojang(“dao center”) in Whitestone, New York on February 28,2003.    Heaven and Earth’s Dynamic of Change All existence in the universe arises and expires in accordance with the laws of nature. Allow me to explain these principles in the simplest of terms … Continue reading “Sangjenim: the Sovereign of the Universe”

Jeung San Do and the 32nd Annual Los Angeles Korean Festival

   Every September, Koreatown in Los Angeles becomes exhilarated by a festival atmosphere, and Jeung San Do? Los Angeles area dojangs are no exception. This year, Jeung San Do had prepared since August for the 32nd Annual Los Angeles Korean Festival, which took place at the Seoul International Park over four days beginning September 22nd. … Continue reading “Jeung San Do and the 32nd Annual Los Angeles Korean Festival”

A Reflection on Translating Jeung San Do’s Teachings

Kyung Kyu Lim, English Translation Team Leader, Jeung San Do International Department     Jeung San Do, in my view, could perhaps be summed up in a single word: unity. This unity embraces no less than the grand purpose of the cosmic year, Sangjenim’s and Taemonim’s incarnations into this world, and the ilkkun’s mandate. These noble … Continue reading “A Reflection on Translating Jeung San Do’s Teachings”

My Experience with the Taeeulju Mantra

Maria Flordeluna M. Mahinay, Manila Dojang in Philippines       When I was young, I noticed how so very inquisitive I was, full of wonder and amazement at the “how’s” and “why’s” of life. Like many young minds who crave knowledge, I always asked questions of people years older than I, full of the expectation … Continue reading “My Experience with the Taeeulju Mantra”

I think about my ancestors and relate them to my everyday life.

Ramona Torrijos , Los Angeles Dojang, Initiated in February 2008     My introduction to Jeung San Do came through my grandson. At a business meeting, he met Michelle Syn [pogam, dojang teacher], and they started talking about the world, people’s connections to others, and different theories. Soon, he was attending meditations, and we noticed some positive changes in … Continue reading “I think about my ancestors and relate them to my everyday life.”