Yi Hwang: one of two pillars of Neo-Confucianism during the Chosŏn period–a scholar, educator, and strict interpreter of Zhu Xi.
Yi I: philosopher, politician, writer, and promoter of the village contract and local government; opponent of central government.
Chong Yak-yong: innovative thinker of Neo-Confucianism with influences from Western thought; looked into how Confucianism can solve social problems.
Learn about: Leaders featured on Korea’s currency Neo-Confucianism Admiral Yi Soon-Shin Effects of Ming China’s collapse on Korean society Introduction of Catholicism New religious
Celebrate Sŏllal, the Korean New Year, with a day of fun-filled family activities at The Korea Society! Enjoy storytelling based on Korean folk tales and
The Korea Society is pleased to announce openings for up to 8 American educators to participate in its tenth annual Spring Fellowship in Korean Studies
The Korea Society collaborates with the American Museum of Natural History for a dynamic cultural event for the entire family. This all-day event features live
Over the past four months, 16 Youth Ambassadors in New York and Los Angeles have embarked on a journey of self-exploration and intercultural-leadership development that
Educators are invited to join our 2014 Spring Teachers’ Conference, Korean Children’s Stories. Dr. Jae-uk Choo, Visiting Scholar at Oklahoma State University, lectures on children’s
Today’s students use Korean electronics, drive Korean cars and listen to Korean pop music, but few know about the dynamic country that’s re-shaping the economic
