"Peace Beyond Belief": Pastors and Monks Gather in Chuncheon for a Historic Bible Dialogue

A First for Gangwon Province

The "2026 Shincheonji Bible Seminar" tour has made its historic debut in Gangwon Province. On May 13, the Chuncheon Church of the Philip Tribe was filled with 1,500 participants, marking the first time Chairman Lee Man-hee delivered this seminar series in the region. The atmosphere was electric, not just with Christian clergy, but with a diverse gathering of religious leaders, including Buddhist monks.

The Challenge: "Let's Take an Open Exam"

During his lecture on the physical fulfillment of Revelation, Chairman Lee issued a direct and bold challenge to those who criticize without verification.

  • A Call for Fairness: Frustrated by blind labels of "heresy," he proposed an open public exam to determine who truly understands the scriptures and who is spreading falsehoods.

  • The Message of Love: Reminding the audience that Jesus taught to "love even your enemies," he urged everyone to unite within the Truth rather than engaging in backbiting.

  • The One Witness: He reiterated that only the one who has seen and heard the entire events of Revelation (as per Rev 22:8) can accurately testify to its reality.


An Unlikely Union: The Bible and the Saffron Robe

The highlight of the Chuncheon seminar was the visible presence of Buddhist monks studying the Bible. The scene of a pastor and a monk presenting bouquets to Chairman Lee together served as a powerful visual of "World Peace."

  • A Monk's Perspective: Ven. Yeoryang Jeonghye (Chief Monk of House of Buddha) remarked, "I realized this is on a different level from general Christianity. I hope all religions can unite through this Word."

  • Friendly Competition: Philip Tribe Leader Lee Jung-su added a touch of humor, telling the pastors, "You should stay on your toes; there are many monks now mastering Revelation!"


Voices of Transformation

Local clergy noted a significant shift in their perception after attending.

  • Verification over Rumors: A Presbyterian pastor from Wonju admitted, "What I heard outside was very different from the reality here. The systematic explanation of Revelation was deeply impressive."

  • Active Exchange: With 50 MOUs already signed in the Philip Tribe and 10 churches switching their signs to Shincheonji, the "Chuncheon Wave" is proving that the Word is the ultimate bridge between denominations.


A Hub for Interreligious Harmony

The seminar concluded with a "Dialogue for Religious Unity," where leaders signed a joint declaration for peace and social cooperation. Chuncheon has set a new standard: it’s no longer just about one church growing, but about all seekers of Truth finding a common ground in the fulfilled prophecies of Revelation.

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