Sungkyunkwan University
Korean Philosophy Essentials Specialization

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Sungkyunkwan University

Korean Philosophy Essentials Specialization

Explore the Essentials of Korean Philosophy. Acquire expertise in Korean philosophy

SO JEONG PARK

Instructor: SO JEONG PARK

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2 months
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
5.0

(11 reviews)

Beginner level
No prior experience required
2 months
at 6 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Explore the field of Korean philosophy and its development from the past to the present

  • Explore the origins of Korean philosophy through the three themes of Name, Language, and Religion

  • Explore the emergence of Korean philosophy and formation of Korean Neo-Confucianism

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Specialization - 4 course series

Introduction to Korean Philosophy and Culture

Course 111 hours4.8 (195 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Compare Korean philosophy with both Chinese philosophy as well as Western philosophy

  • Explore the field of Korean philosophy and its development through its continued innovation

  • Discuss the key ideas in Korean philosophical debates, such as the concepts of moral emotions and everyday feelings

  • Reflect the Korean philosophical traits reflected in Korean language

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Category: Philosophy
Category: History
Category: Culture
Category: Language
Category: Korean philosophy

In Search for the Origins of Korean Philosophy

Course 215 hours4.6 (16 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Understand the terms ‘Name, Language, and Religion’ in the context of Korean identity

  • Have a solid understanding of previous names of Korea

  • Have a basic understanding of the early written language Koreans used (prior to Hangeul) and spoken Korean language

  • Be able to recognize the harmonious co-existence of Confucianism and Buddhism in Korea

Skills you'll gain

Category: Philosophy
Category: History
Category: Culture
Category: Language
Category: Korean philosophy

EKP1: Modernity and the Emergence of Korean Philosophy

Course 312 hours

What you'll learn

  • Examine the definitions of philosophy and Korean philosophy

  • Understand the changing concept of "philosophy" in the modern period, differentiating between historical and contemporary perspectives

  • Explore the concept clusters and their influence on East Asian culture, both historically and today

  • Explore the impact of Neo-Confucianism on Korean intellectual development and the emergence of Korean Confucianism

Skills you'll gain

Category: Philosophy
Category: History

EKP2: Formation of Korean Neo-Confucianism

Course 412 hours

What you'll learn

  • Examine the Confucian-Buddhist debate during the Joseon dynasty, emphasizing the rise of Neo-Confucianism over Buddhism and Daoism

  • Understand the use of diagrams in Neo-Confucianism and their role in Korean philosophy

  • Explore the connection between the heart-mind and Heaven in Korean philosophy

  • Explore the famous Four-Seven debate, delving into the distinctions between the four moral emotions and seven everyday feelings

Skills you'll gain

Category: Philosophy
Category: History
Category: Korean Philosophy

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SO JEONG PARK
Sungkyunkwan University
5 Courses18,724 learners

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