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The Zeitgeist Theory of Kyung Sae Chung based on Ubokjip and Japjuh

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1청주대학교 대학원 문헌정보학과

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ABSTRACT

The purpose of this study is to analogically inference Ubok Kyung Sae Chung’s zeitgeist theory and explore his belief by analyzing 14 excerpts from his widely known works Japjuh in Ubokjip. I can conclude that there are four major focuses on his studies. First, the needs for wise man’s moral training and importance of building admiration for the elders. Second, respect for ancient sages and recommended behaviors as a scholar. Third, the pursuance of loyalty and the reformation of the social culture. Last, the attitude that a patriot and a soldier should have towards the country. Of the focuses mentioned, Ubok Specifically emphasized on the below in his theory. ∙Emphasized that scholars should enjoy learning and should always try to avoid physical and mental wrongdoing. He also advised that scholars should remain humble and show diligence in everything they do. ∙Suggested to build lecture halls to revere and serve the ancient sages, and also advised scholars the ways to protect their loyalty while they are in public service. ∙Provided the fellow scholars the directions to develop while attempting to reform the culture by correcting any inappropriate social behaviors. ∙Promoted to reserve crops and to build fortresses to protect the country from any foreign enemies. Also suggested to draft solders and collect funds to minimize the risk for rebellions, and induced people to join the military voluntarily. He considered death while in duty as the most important virtue that solders should have.

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