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Korean students consecrate philosopher Confucius
Updated: 2011-05-11 13:43
(Agencies)
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 College students wearing traditional Korean costumes dance during the grand Confucian ceremony of Seokjeon at a shrine at Sungkyunkwan University in Seoul May 11, 2011. Seokjeon is a biannual ritual to consecrate Chinese philosopher Confucius and his disciples as supreme teachers at civil temples, to honour their virtues and to follow their teachings. Dancing, playing of music and offerings of traditional liquor for blessings are part of the ceremony. [Photo/Agencies]
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