Buddhist monks attend secular class
(Reuters)
Updated: 2006-08-09 21:16
![Chinese Buddhist monks attend secular classes as part of preparations for college entry exams in Yufo monastery in Shanghai August 9, 2006. Piety and a knowledge of Buddhist scriptures used to qualify one to be a Chinese monk. Now, add computer skills, foreign language ability and a degree in financial management. [Reuters]](xin_0308030921174352159521.jpg)
A Chinese Buddhist monk chats with his teacher during a secular class as part
of preparations for college entry exams in Yufo monastery in Shanghai August 9,
2006. Piety and a knowledge of Buddhist scriptures used to qualify one to be a
Chinese monk. Now, add computer skills, foreign language ability and a degree in
financial management. [Reuters]
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