HACD (Hallyu Archetypal Culture Delegation)

MY HACD LEARNING My first day with HACD was new experience and new learning. I don’t know much about Korea and Korean culture, so it’s good opportunity for me. THE REASON WHY I JOIN I really like to speak and learn different kind of languages and Cultures. And especially Korean culture is unique. Korean culture is a combination of tradition and modernity. It includes: · Arts: Music, painting, calligraphy, crafts, pottery, and architecture ·  Festivals: Seollal (Korean New Year), Daeboreum (first full moon), Dano (spring festival), and Chuseok (harvest festival) ·  Social customs: Confucian culture, which emphasizes respect for ancestors, age, and seniority ·  Religions: Shamanism, Buddhism, Daoism, Confucianism, and Christianity ·  Food: Traditional Korean food, as well as Western and other Asian foods Some taboos in South Korean culture include: ·   Not using red ink, which is a symbol of death ·  Not using the number four, especially when giving gifts O...

 Similarities between Korea and Tibet 안녕하세요! [an-nyeong-ha-se-yo: hello in Korean or Hangul] བཀྲ་ཤིས་བདེ་ལེགས! [tashi-delek: hello in Tibetan or Bodh Ke] Tibet and Korea are two countries that belong to the continent of Asia. While Korea is located toward the far-eastern side of Asia, Tibet is located in the central part of Eastern Asia. Presently, the Korean peninsula is divided into 2 parts; Republic of Korea, or commonly known as South Korea and Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, or North Korea, whereas Tibet is currently annexed by the People’s Republic of China. Nevertheless, Tibet is still a country which operates as an individual, independent state under unlawful occupation and is also known as Tibet Autonomous Region of China. Tibet is situated on the plateau of Tibet, with Lhasa as its capital and is also nicknamed as the “Roof of the World” as its average height is more than 4000 meters above the sea level. South Korea is situated in the Korean peninsula, with...

The Untold Story: Ahn Jung-geun on Peace in East Asia     Harbin was the starting point of Chinese Eastern Railway. There was an unexpected event that had taken place at the platform 1 of the Harbin Railway Station.   There are two patterns laid on the ground. They mark a great historic event. October 26th 1909, it was four years after the Russia-Japanese War. At 9:25 a.m a train arrived at Harbin railway station platform 1. Russian honor guard and the Japanese police lined up to greet a very important guest. A man in his late 60’s got off the train and slowly passed the honor guard and walked toward consuls from each country and at that moment a man pulled a trigger at him and three bullets hit his chest. He lying on the ground was ‘Ito Hirobumi.’ He was the head of Japanese council. The man who shot him shouted out ‘Hoorah’ for Korea as he was arrested without any resistance. The man named ‘Ahn Jung-geun’ and he was a Korean. Ito Hirobumi    ...

 Family and Ancestral Worship in Korean Archetypes   Note: The following article is a comprehensive exploration of family and ancestral worship in Korean archetypes. It provides a deep understanding of the cultural significance, traditions, and practices associated with this aspect of Korean heritage. Introduction Family and ancestral worship hold a significant place in Korean culture and are deeply rooted in the country's rich history. The Korean archetypes surrounding family and ancestral worship reflect the deep respect and reverence Koreans have for their ancestors and the role of the family unit in society. In this article, we will delve into the various aspects of family and ancestral worship in Korean archetypes, exploring their cultural significance, traditions, and practices. The Importance of Family in Korean Society The Korean society places great importance on the family unit as the foundation of its social structure. Family is considered the primary source of supp...

  Hwanin and Hwanung:  The Epic Korean Tale of Gods And a City of Harmony Korean myths are like stories that help people understand their history and beliefs. One of the most important Korean myths is about Hwanin and Hwanung. It tells us where Koreans come from and what they believe in. Before we dive into the exciting story of Hwanin and Hwanung, we need to know what mythology is. Mythology is a collection of stories that teach people about their culture and history. In Korea, these stories are influenced by shamanism, animism, and Confucianism. They're not just tales; they're like the building blocks of Korean identity. Meet the Gods: Hwanin and Hwanung (Dangun Myth) Image Source: From Korea with love    The story of Hwanin and Hwanung is a significant part of the Dangun myth, which is foundational in Korean history and identity. The Dangun myth explains the legendary founding of Korea and its first kingdom, Gojoseon. The story begins with Hwanin, the most importa...