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Historical Figures of Korean Buddhism in Modern Times

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Course syllabus

o Overview of Lectures:
Modern period in Korean history was a time of rapid change in which traditional systems collapsed and a new civilization was introduced. Like all other religions, Buddhism, which was a traditional Korean religion, has tried to adjust to historical changes while maintaining its own identity in a new period. In this lecture series, I will introduce Korean Buddhist intellectuals, who were active in modern period, and explore the modern period of Korea more multi-dimensionally through their lives.

o Learning Goals:
- We explore Korean modern history through the lives of eleven Buddhists.
- We look at diverse choices through the lives of Buddhist intellectuals who lived in Korea in the modern period.
- We will be able to discuss the lives and thoughts of major figures in Korean modern Buddhism.
Instructor

Jee, Hye Kyung
Researcher in Institute of Philosophical Studies at Yonsei University

Lecture titles

Week	Lecture titles	Instructor
1	Gyeongheo, the Restoration Patriarch of Korean Seon Buddhism
2	Bak Hanyeong, Mentor of Intellectuals in the Modern Era
3	Han Yongun, Reformist of Modern Buddhism
4	“Baek Yongseong” The Pioneer of Engaged Buddhism Movement
5	“Choe Namseon” Who Explored the Identity of Joseon
6	Modern-day nuns - Myoridang Beopui and Hwasangdang Suok
7	The Founder of Won Buddism “Bak Jungbin”
8	“Gim Beomnin”, Korean Independence Activist
9	An Intellectual Who Crossed over Life and Death “Baek Seonguk”
10	“Gim Iryeop” A modern woman who became a great Seon master

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