'I want to be a proud and wonderful father to my future child,' he wrote.
news South Korean Man Stole Money From Temple As A Kid & Returns It 27 Years Later "I want to be a proud and wonderful father to my future child," he wrote. Cover image via The Korea Herald & LibreWiki Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and WhatsApp for the latest stories and breaking news.
In the handwritten letter, the anonymous writer confessed to stealing about 30,000 won from the temple's offering box during the Asian financial crisis in 1997. Instead of reprimanding him, the monk placed his hand on the writer's shoulder and, without uttering a word, simply shook his head in disapproval.The writer, now an expectant father, expressed deep gratitude for the monk's silent compassion
The man expressed regret over the incident and apologised for not returning the money sooner. He also shared his desire to be a proud and wonderful father to his future child.A view of Jajangam Hermitage at Tongdosa Temple in Yangsan, South Gyeongsang Province. Without CCTVs back then, it was common for people to break the locks on donation boxes and steal the cash inside. Reflecting on those times, the monk said,"It was such a difficult time, and everyone was struggling, so we didn't try to catch the thieves; we just let them go.""I believe you will become a wonderful father who will not feel ashamed in front of your soon-to-be-born child. I wish you a future filled with good things.
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