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EKP2

Formation of Korean Neo-Confucianism

SO JEONG PARK

In the “Exploration to Korean Philosophy” series, we will delve deeper into the subject matter than what was previously addressed in the courses “Introduction to Korean Philosophy and Culture (IKPC)” and “In Search for the Origins of Korean Philosophy (SOKP).”

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In the “Exploration to Korean Philosophy” series, we will delve deeper into the subject matter than what was previously addressed in the courses “Introduction to Korean Philosophy and Culture (IKPC)” and “In Search for the Origins of Korean Philosophy (SOKP).”

In EKP2, “Formation of “Korean” Neo-Confucianism,” is a course that zooms in on the era when Korean philosophy blossomed and looks into detailed topics. Here we will look at the debate between Buddhism and Confucianism, the diagrams that Koreans drew to capture the world and explore the inner self of humans, and the philosophy of salvation through the heart, which is the goal of these attempts.

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Confucian-Buddhist Debate
This week, we focus on the Confucian-Buddhist debate during the Joseon dynasty, emphasizing the rise of Neo-Confucianism over Buddhism and Daoism. We will learn about Neo-Confucian critiques against Buddhism and reflect on the role of argumentation in Korean philosophy and society. The lessons also cover the transition from syncretism to orthodoxy and highlight key historical figures. In later lessons, we will explore Sambong's critiques of Buddhism and delve into the Confucian-Buddhist debates between Sambong and Gihwa, considering their impact on modern Korean philosophy and social harmony.
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Provides a comprehensive study of a specific aspect of Korean philosophy, the formation of "Korean" Neo-Confucianism
Explores historical and philosophical debates between Buddhism and Confucianism, providing insights into the development of Korean philosophy
Examines the use of diagrams in Neo-Confucianism, offering a unique perspective on Korean philosophical thought
Focuses on the connection between the heart-mind and Heaven, providing a deeper understanding of Korean philosophical concepts
Delves into the famous Four-Seven debate, analyzing the distinctions between moral emotions and everyday feelings in Korean Neo-Confucianism
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Read about what's good
what should give you pause
and possible dealbreakers
Provides a comprehensive study of a specific aspect of Korean philosophy, the formation of "Korean" Neo-Confucianism
Explores historical and philosophical debates between Buddhism and Confucianism, providing insights into the development of Korean philosophy
Examines the use of diagrams in Neo-Confucianism, offering a unique perspective on Korean philosophical thought
Focuses on the connection between the heart-mind and Heaven, providing a deeper understanding of Korean philosophical concepts
Delves into the famous Four-Seven debate, analyzing the distinctions between moral emotions and everyday feelings in Korean Neo-Confucianism
This course is part of a series, indicating a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of Korean philosophy
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