South Korea's first humanoid robot monk made its debut at Jogye Temple in Seoul, ahead of Buddha's birthday. Gabi, the 130-centimeter-tall robot, wore a traditional grey-and-brown Buddhist robe and stood before monks as it pledged to devote itself to Buddhism.
Humanoid robot becomes Buddhist monk in South Korea
Humanoid robot Gabi folds its hands during a precept ceremony at a temple in Seoul, South Korea, May 6, 2026. (Reuters Photo)