Robot monk has arrived in South Korea, will perform worship by wearing a rosary around his neck, will human gurus be given leave?

South Korea Gabi Robot Monk Buddhist Rituals: In the last few years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and humanoid robotics have brought many big changes in the technological world. But now such an example of technology has been seen which has surprised the whole world.

Seoul, the capital of South Korea, now has a ‘humanoid robot monk’ for worship and spiritual rituals. Has been entered. This is the first robot of its kind which not only looks like humans but also performs religious rituals like them.

What is the specialty of Robot Monk?

south korea This unique robot introduced in India has been named Gabi. It is not just a structure of mechanical parts but has been completely designed in accordance with Buddhist traditions and spiritual lifestyle. The biggest feature of Gabi is that it can chant mantras like humans and can also show respect by bowing during worship. This robot, about 4 feet tall, is dressed in brown and gray traditional monk clothes. Due to which it completely looks like a real spiritual form.

prayer wearing a string of pearls

A special event took place before Buddha Purnima at the famous Jogye Temple in Seoul, where Gabi was brought in front of everyone for the first time. During this, he sat with other monks and recited mantras and prayed wearing a rosary of 108 pearls. A funny moment came when a monk asked Gabi if he would follow the Buddha’s teachings, to which the robot replied sincerely ‘yes’ Said. Not only this, he also circumambulated the temple with folded hands and completed all the religious works very well.

gabi robot monk

Why was it named Gabi?

Gabi has been developed by a Chinese company on a robotic platform named Unitree G1. Its body can walk, stand and sit exactly like humans. Its name is ‘Gabi’ There is a special thought behind it also. This name is derived from Gautam Buddha’s childhood name ‘Siddhartha’ and the Korean word ‘jabi’ (which means mercy and compassion) has been combined.

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Buddhist rules made for robots

Some spiritual rules have been made for this robot. in making these rules ChatGPT And AI tools like Gemini have been used. The rules include respecting all living beings, obeying humans, telling the truth and not overcharging the battery. Religious organizations believe that this technology will attract youth towards Buddhism and the shortage of monks in temples will be fulfilled.