Explore the foundational myth of Dangun, the legendary founder of Gojoseon, the first Korean kingdom traditionally established in 2333 BCE. Learn the captivating story of Hwanung, the son of the Heavenly Lord, the perseverance of the bear (Ungnyeo) who became a woman, and the birth of Dangun Wanggeom.Recorded in texts like the 13th-century Samguk Yusa, the Dangun myth is far more than just an ancient tale. It serves as a cornerstone of Korean identity, deeply tied to the concept of a single ethnic nation, or minjok.Delve into how this powerful narrative has been interpreted and utilized throughout history. Discover its significance in shaping Korean nationalism, influencing political leaders in both North and South Korea. Understand the complex interactions with foreign perspectives, including Japanese theories of common ancestry and Western missionary interpretations of primitive monotheism or a "Korean Trinity" within the myth.Uncover the emergence of the Taejonggyo religion, which positioned itself as the inheritor of Dangun's ancient spiritual tradition. Learn how this movement contributed to unique interpretations of Korean history, sometimes blurring the lines between myth and historical fact, leading to the development of what is sometimes termed "fringe history".Join us as we explore the enduring legacy of Dangun, a figure central to debates about Korean history, national identity, and the possibilities for future reconciliation.ReferencesBae, Y. (2013). Analyzing the two different nationalisms in the two Koreas [Senior thesis, Brandeis University]. Brandeis ScholarWorks.Cartwright, M. (2016, October 13). Gojoseon. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/Gojoseon/Daejongism. (n.d.). In Wikipedia.Dangun. (n.d.). In Simple English Wikipedia.Dangun Myth: Unraveling the Origins and Legends of Korean Ancient History. (n.d.). Old World Gods.Gojoseon Kingdom. (n.d.). Friendly Korea - VANK.Japanese and Korean myths and history. (n.d.). In Reddit.Kim, N. (2017). Making myth, history, and an ancient religion in Korea [Doctoral dissertation, Harvard University]. Harvard University’s DASH repository. http://nrs.harvard.edu/urn-3:HUL.InstRepos:41140212King Dangun the legendary founder of Joseon , the first Korean kingdom. (n.d.). In Reddit.KoreanLII. (n.d.). Samguk Yusa. Retrieved from http://koreanlii.or.kr/w/index.php?title=Samguk_Yusa&oldid=20524Laura. (2022, January). The legend of Dangun: Founder of Korea. My Korean Scribbles.Lee, P. H. (Ed.). (1993). Sourcebook of Korean civilization (Vol. 1). Columbia University Press.Religion in Korea. (n.d.). In New World Encyclopedia. Retrieved December 7, 2022, from https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/p/index.php?title=Religion_in_Korea&oldid=1090965Rethinking Korean National Identity: A Comparative Analysis of the Legends of Dangun and Kim Suro. (n.d.). 華藝線上圖書館.Symbolism and Motifs in Korean Folklore: The Tiger. (n.d.).The Importance of Dangun in Korea and Korean Mythology. (n.d.). World History Edu.Note: Some citations are incomplete due to the limitations of the provided excerpts (e.g., missing full retrieval URLs or specific publication dates for undated online content).

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