Money, sex and a Buddhist monk: Head of China's famed Shaolin Temple under investigation. By. Nectar Gan. Updated Jul 28, 2025, 1:
Misappropriation of temple assets and project funds. Bribery: Alleged involvement in corrupt financial dealings. Shaolin
Shi Yongxin , often referred to as the due to his MBA degree and aggressive commercialization of the Shaolin brand, was put under investigation in July 2025. Money, sex and a Buddhist monk: Head of China's ... - CNN Money, sex and a Buddhist monk: Head of
Diversion of resources from the 1,500-year-old institution. Updated Jul 28, 2025, 1: Misappropriation of temple
The former abbot of the Shaolin Temple, , has been officially charged by prosecutors in Henan province as of March 20, 2026. The charges include:
A report on primarily centers on the recent and significant legal developments involving the longtime leader of the Shaolin Monastery in China's Henan province. Recent Criminal Charges (March 2026)