Today (27th), KBS 2TV's "Celebrity Soldier's Secret" episode 21 highlights the life of Father Lee Taeseok, who practiced true love in the war-torn land of Tonj.

The place Father Lee Taeseok, who gave up the path of a doctor, went to
Despite the difficult circumstances, Lee Taeseok, who had never fallen short of being first since childhood, miraculously passed the medical exam and became a pride of his family. However, young Lee Taeseok unexpectedly gave up the path of a doctor, arousing curiosity. A few years later, KBS cameras captured the figures of the missing Lee Taeseok in war-torn Tonj, South Sudan.

A land where everything is a challenge, the miracle of Tonj
Choosing the path of "priest" instead of being a doctor, Lee Taeseok sought a mission field. Faced with the horrifying reality of war-torn Tonj, he was speechless and headed to Tonj without hesitation. There, he became a miracle for the people as both a doctor and a priest. He not only treated Hansen's disease patients but also built proper hospitals and schools, even teaching music to children. Father Lee Taeseok became a true friend to the people of Tonj. Consequently, the studio expressed admiration for Father Lee Taeseok's abilities, humorously raising the issue of "duplication technique".



After suddenly returning to Korea for the first time in three years, Father Lee Taeseok was unable to fulfill his wish to go back to Tonj. Father Kim Sangyoon, from the same religious order, shared in the studio, "Father Lee Taeseok really wanted to return to Tonj even after being diagnosed with colon cancer." It is said that Father Lee Taeseok had cried several times looking at pictures of children in his hospital room. The tears of the people in Tonj upon hearing the news of Father Lee's passing wet the land devoid of even the word "thank you," bringing tears to everyone in the studio. It is reported that the recording was briefly halted due to the tears of all four MCs: Jang Doyoun, Miyeon, Lee Nakjun, and Lee Chanwon. In particular, regarding Father Lee Taeseok's old trunk he left behind with the words, "I will find you when I go back to Tonj," Lee Chanwon remarked, "It's quite simple."

After Father Lee Taeseok's death, changes occurred in Tonj. Could it be that the seeds of hope he sowed have sprouted? It is said that his disciples have followed in his footsteps and become doctors, totaling as many as over 50. The mark of Father Lee Taeseok, who was "truly happy," will be revealed in the broadcast.

The life of light and salt. What did Father Lee Taeseok leave behind in Tonj? KBS 2TV's "Celebrity Soldier's Secret - Father Lee Taeseok" will air today, May 27 (Tuesday) at 8:30 p.m., and will be available for viewing on Wavve afterward.

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