@article{ART003323342},
author={Kim, Su-hyun},
title={A Study on the Perception of State Examinations (Gwageo) and Learning (Gongbu) in the Joseon Dynasty},
journal={Korean Language & Literature},
issn={1229-1730},
year={2026},
number={132},
pages={149-171}
TY - JOUR
AU - Kim, Su-hyun
TI - A Study on the Perception of State Examinations (Gwageo) and Learning (Gongbu) in the Joseon Dynasty
JO - Korean Language & Literature
PY - 2026
VL - null
IS - 132
PB - Korean Language & Literature
SP - 149
EP - 171
SN - 1229-1730
AB - This study investigates the fundamental meaning of learning (Gongbu) and the civil service examination (Gwageo) in the Joseon Dynasty. While previous scholarship has extensively covered the institutional history of Gwageo using administrative records like Bangmok (examination rosters), or explored cultural aspects through anecdotes of corruption and malpractices, research on the essential process of scholarly pursuit has remained relatively marginal. Overemphasizing the negative aspects of the system, such as ghostwriting or systemic decay, risks distorting the original intent of Gwageo-the rational recruitment of talent based on academic merit. By analyzing private records such as personal literary collections and diaries, this study seeks to illuminate the empirical and practical aspects of learning that official documents often overlook. The research shifts the focus from institutional or sensational narratives toward exemplary cases of scholars who devoted themselves to refining their prose and exploring Confucian classics. In doing so, this study aims to recover the essential value of Joseon-era education and provide a more balanced perspective on how the pursuit of academic excellence was integrated into the state examination system.
KW - Gwageo;Gongbu;Bangmog;Literary Refinement;Exploration of Classics;Education in Joseon Dynasty;Kim Seok-ju
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Kim, Su-hyun. (2026). A Study on the Perception of State Examinations (Gwageo) and Learning (Gongbu) in the Joseon Dynasty. Korean Language & Literature, 132, 149-171.
Kim, Su-hyun. 2026, "A Study on the Perception of State Examinations (Gwageo) and Learning (Gongbu) in the Joseon Dynasty", Korean Language & Literature, no.132, pp.149-171.
Kim, Su-hyun "A Study on the Perception of State Examinations (Gwageo) and Learning (Gongbu) in the Joseon Dynasty" Korean Language & Literature 132 pp.149-171 (2026) : 149.
Kim, Su-hyun. A Study on the Perception of State Examinations (Gwageo) and Learning (Gongbu) in the Joseon Dynasty. 2026; 132 : 149-171.
Kim, Su-hyun. "A Study on the Perception of State Examinations (Gwageo) and Learning (Gongbu) in the Joseon Dynasty" Korean Language & Literature no.132(2026) : 149-171.
Kim, Su-hyun. A Study on the Perception of State Examinations (Gwageo) and Learning (Gongbu) in the Joseon Dynasty. Korean Language & Literature, 132, 149-171.
Kim, Su-hyun. A Study on the Perception of State Examinations (Gwageo) and Learning (Gongbu) in the Joseon Dynasty. Korean Language & Literature. 2026; 132 149-171.
Kim, Su-hyun. A Study on the Perception of State Examinations (Gwageo) and Learning (Gongbu) in the Joseon Dynasty. 2026; 132 : 149-171.
Kim, Su-hyun. "A Study on the Perception of State Examinations (Gwageo) and Learning (Gongbu) in the Joseon Dynasty" Korean Language & Literature no.132(2026) : 149-171.
