late Chosun Dynastry, as nepotism became increasingly prevalent within the society the use of the system increased again. According to the regulation, a person needed to be at least 18 years old, in order to receive the government office, but in reality, a person of around 15 years could take the positions while the speed of their career to the top positions was greatly influenced by their backgr
Ⅱ. The Basis of the Joseon Dynasty's 500-year history
1) The systemic basis for the Joseon Dynasty
The basis for Joseon kingship was Confucianism. All other religions were excluded, making Confucianism the foundation for the Joseon system as a whole, and the primary subject of education for king, crown prince, and peasant alike.
The virtues of Confucianism were humanity, righteousn
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Introduction
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Topic
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Motive of the examine
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Body
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Background of Late Koryo's institutional crisis. (Internal cause & External cause)
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Reform of late Koryǒ
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Reform of King Chungseon
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Reform of King Chungmok
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Reform of King Kongmin
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Influx of Hyangni
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Analysis and conclusion
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Reference
1. Introduction
1) Topic
The t
Thirdly, the special governmental structure or system of Joseon dynasty had contributed to its longevity by diminishing the possibilities of illegality and corruption occurring. ‘Three Offices’ is a good example. Three Offices is a collective name for three offices that functioned as major organ of press and provided checks and balance on the king and the officials. While modeled after Chines
Goals
Sugichiin(수기치인): to exert self-dicipline to move and control other people
Beop Seonghyeon(법성현): to emulate people who fulfill human nature
Learning which was actually needed in practical life
Goals
Kyungsechiyong(경세치용): learning provides substantive benefits
Leeyonghusaeng(이용후생): improve nation’s life
Silsagusi(실사구시): attitude which sear