General Secretary Jogyejong said, "Violence, it's not acceptable...Strong legal action needed"

Regarding the recent violence at the Seoul Western District Court, General Secretary Cho Gye-jong expressed concern that violent methods should not be tolerated under any circumstances.

Monk Jinwoo, the general secretary of the Jogye Order, held a New Year's press conference today and responded to reporters' questions about a series of incidents, saying, "I feel very miserable."

He also stressed that if violent things are repeated, it can be a seed for people to cause violence against each other, and that strong legal action is needed in this area.

The Buddhist community added that it will play a role in touching the people's anxiety and letting them know that violent-minded people should not do so.