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@article{ART003231161},
author={Hae-Soo Ham},
title={A New Interpretation of Nangangmang: A Theoretical Study of the Johwa Yongsin Theory},
journal={Industry Promotion Research},
issn={2466-1139},
year={2025},
volume={10},
number={3},
pages={463-476},
doi={10.21186/IPR.2025.10.3.463}

TY - JOUR
AU - Hae-Soo Ham
TI - A New Interpretation of Nangangmang: A Theoretical Study of the Johwa Yongsin Theory
JO - Industry Promotion Research
PY - 2025
VL - 10
IS - 3
PB - Industrial Promotion Institute
SP - 463
EP - 476
SN - 2466-1139
AB - This study offers a new interpretation of Nangangmang, a key text in Myeongrihak (Four Pillars of Destiny). It introduces 'Johwa Yongsin' (Creative Harmony Yongsin) as its central 'Yongsin' (guiding element) framework. This principle of 'Johwa' is shown to be a unifying framework, organically explaining various other theories presented within Nangangmang, including those related to neutrality and balance (Jungwha-ron), structural patterns (Gyeokguk-ron), advancement and retreat (Jintoe-ron), and familial relationships (Yukchin-ron). 'Johwa Yongsin' is consequently defined as the pivotal Five Elements configuration that enables a Saju (Four Pillars divinatory chart) to achieve its most ideal state of balance and vitality, in alignment with these natural principles of creative harmony. While Nangangmang is traditionally known for 'Johu' (seasonal balance), this research identifies 'Johwa' (natural creative harmony) as its core principle, arising from the interplay of the Five Elements. 'Johwa Yongsin' is defined as the key elements that bring ideal balance and vitality to a Saju (divinatory chart) based on this principle. The study illustrates this concept through 'Saeondokbo' (four-word verses). This reinterpretation of Nangangmang is expected to seek to expand the understanding of Yongsin theories within Myeongrihak.
KW - Nanganmang;Johwa Yongsin;Yongsin Theory;Seasonal Adjustment;Saeondokbo.
DO - 10.21186/IPR.2025.10.3.463
ER -

Hae-Soo Ham. (2025). A New Interpretation of Nangangmang: A Theoretical Study of the Johwa Yongsin Theory. Industry Promotion Research, 10(3), 463-476.

Hae-Soo Ham. 2025, "A New Interpretation of Nangangmang: A Theoretical Study of the Johwa Yongsin Theory", Industry Promotion Research, vol.10, no.3 pp.463-476. Available from: doi:10.21186/IPR.2025.10.3.463

Hae-Soo Ham "A New Interpretation of Nangangmang: A Theoretical Study of the Johwa Yongsin Theory" Industry Promotion Research 10.3 pp.463-476 (2025) : 463.

Hae-Soo Ham. A New Interpretation of Nangangmang: A Theoretical Study of the Johwa Yongsin Theory. 2025; 10(3), 463-476. Available from: doi:10.21186/IPR.2025.10.3.463

Hae-Soo Ham. "A New Interpretation of Nangangmang: A Theoretical Study of the Johwa Yongsin Theory" Industry Promotion Research 10, no.3 (2025) : 463-476.doi: 10.21186/IPR.2025.10.3.463

Hae-Soo Ham. A New Interpretation of Nangangmang: A Theoretical Study of the Johwa Yongsin Theory. Industry Promotion Research, 10(3), 463-476. doi: 10.21186/IPR.2025.10.3.463

Hae-Soo Ham. A New Interpretation of Nangangmang: A Theoretical Study of the Johwa Yongsin Theory. Industry Promotion Research. 2025; 10(3) 463-476. doi: 10.21186/IPR.2025.10.3.463

Hae-Soo Ham. A New Interpretation of Nangangmang: A Theoretical Study of the Johwa Yongsin Theory. 2025; 10(3), 463-476. Available from: doi:10.21186/IPR.2025.10.3.463

Hae-Soo Ham. "A New Interpretation of Nangangmang: A Theoretical Study of the Johwa Yongsin Theory" Industry Promotion Research 10, no.3 (2025) : 463-476.doi: 10.21186/IPR.2025.10.3.463