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The Beginning of Authentic Korean Philosophical References

There were two philosophical giants, Toegye (1502-1571) and Yulgok (1536-1584), in the history of Korean philosophy.

There were two philosophical giants, Toegye (1502-1571) and Yulgok (1536-1584), in the history of Korean philosophy.

Following their work, Korean philosophy could have its own reference and source, which led to its own lineage of philosophical debate. This video is a brief introduction about the lineage of Korean intellectual tradition.

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Introduction to Korean Philosophy

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