Sex scandal, illegitimate children and more: Why head monk of China’s famous Shaolin Temple is under investigation

Shaolin Temple’s abbot, Shi Yongxin, known as the 'CEO monk', is under investigation for alleged embezzlement, misuse of temple funds and violating Buddhist vows by having 'improper relationships' and 'fathering illegitimate children'. Authorities have revoked the ordination certificate of the monk who turned the 1,500-year-old temple into a global cultural and commercial brand

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