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A head start in Buddhism

 

Sunday 13 May 2012 23:39 BST
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South Korean boys get their heads shaved by Buddhist monks
South Korean boys get their heads shaved by Buddhist monks

South Korean boys get their heads shaved by Buddhist monks during a ceremony at a temple in Seoul.

A group of children is staying at the temple for three weeks to learn about Buddhism and temple life ahead of celebrations for Buddha's birthday on 28 May. AFP

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