Master Chŏngsan1), in his preface of Ch`anggonsa2), wrote "History is the mirror of the world, because all creation and destruction, prosperity and decay appear in this history. One who only memorizes names of places, people, or years is not one who knows the real meaning of history. However, a person who understands the general spirit of the time, the thoughts of the main figures, the organizat..

The Founding Master always warned against extravagance in clothing, food, and shelter: “By living beyond one’s means in clothing, food, and shelter, one can bring about the destruction of one’s family and ruin of oneself. Even though one is rich, ultimately perverse states of mind will flourish and hinder the spirit of cultivation if one is extravagant. Therefore, practitioners must consistently..