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Shaolin Temple’s 'CEO monk' accused of embezzlement, sexual misconduct
Authorities are investigating the abbot of China's iconic Shaolin Temple for suspected embezzlement and improper ...
China investigates Shaolin Temple’s head monk on suspicion of financial and sexual misconduct
Shi Yongxin, the temple’s abbot since 1999, has also had his ordination certificate revoked over allegations that he ...
'Kung fu' Shaolin temple abbot under investigation for embezzlement and misconduct
The temple confirmed the inquiry on its official WeChat account, noting that a joint investigation is being carried out by ...
Head of China’s famous Shaolin Temple under investigation on suspicion of embezzling funds
China's Shaolin Temple said its abbot, Shi Yongxin, is under investigation for misappropriation and embezzlement of funds.
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Shaolin Temple abbot's case sparks alarm in Buddhist community
The case of Shi Yongxin, former abbot of the world-renowned Shaolin Temple, has sounded an alarm for the entire Buddhist ...
Shaolin Temple's 'CEO monk' probed for embezzlement, relations with women
The abbot of China's famed 1,500-year-old Shaolin Temple is under criminal investigation for alleged embezzlement, "improper ...
Shaolin Temple leader investigated on suspicion of embezzling funds
China's Shaolin Temple said its abbot, Shi Yongxin, is under investigation for misappropriation and embezzlement of funds ...
Shaolin Temple Should Take a Vow of Chastity, Not Poverty
Bloomberg News was unable to reach Shi. In a statement on July 27, the temple confirmed that Shi was under investigation and ...
China's famous Shaolin Temple leader is under investigation on suspicion of embezzling funds
China's Shaolin Temple has announced that its abbot, Shi Yongxin, is under investigation for misappropriation and embezzlement of funds. The temple's authority shared the news on Sunday, stating ...
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New abbot of China’s legendary Shaolin Temple rolls out ‘996’ routine, 30 monks reconsider their Zen
Following the ousting of former abbot Shi Yongxin over allegations of financial and sexual misconduct, his successor Shi ...
New abbot at scandal-hit China Shaolin Temple enforces ‘Buddhist 996’ rule; 30 monks quit
Stringent regime at famous temple slashes monk's screen time on mobile phones, imposes strict diet, long working hours The ...
Shaolin Temple's Head Monk Faces Criminal Probe
Shi Yongxin, who has been dubbed the "CEO monk" after turning the temple into a sprawling business, is now accused of violating "Buddhist precepts." ...