Korean Wisdom

By Soo Kim

Korean Wisdom
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Beautifully produced in traditional Chinese binding, this selection of Korean quotations is the perfect compact volume of quotes to inspire readers.

Korean wisdom philosophy, known as ch’ŏrhak (the study of wisdom), emphasizes practical daily ethics, relational harmony, and the synthesis of Neo-Confucianism, Buddhism, and Shamanism. Core principles include Hongik Ingan (widely benefiting humanity), cultivation of a "One Mind" (ilsim), and navigating life’s hardships with perseverance and communal responsibility. Practice is at the heart of Korean philosophy. In order to lead a good life, hone your daily rituals of self-cultivation. In Korean Wisdom, quotes inspire and educate the reader on how to face challenges, treat others with grace, and walk through life with a deeper understanding. These timeless sayings continue to guide people today, offering gentle yet powerful insights into resilience, patience, and character. Korean Wisdom is concise and beautifully decorated, produced in traditional Chinese binding with over 80 intriguing quotes.

Soo Kim

Soo Kim is a South Korean journalist and author based in London, UK. She is the author of *How to Live Korean* and co-author of *Hello, South Korea: Meet the Country Behind Hallyu*. She has been a reporter for *Newsweek*, an international news publication, from 2019, covering the latest in travel, design, as well as Korean culture and entertainment. Soo was a travel reporter and commissioning editor for the award-winning travel section of *The Daily Telegraph*, a leading UK national newspaper, for nearly a decade from 2010. She has been featured on several BBC Radio stations, including BBC Radio 4’s *Woman’s Hour*, the BBC News channel, and the South Korean national television channel Arirang TV, the country’s largest English broadcasting station. She has reported on various major news events, including extensive coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as the Black Lives Matter movement, the war in Afghanistan, the US and Canadian elections, and the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Follow Soo on Instagram at @miss.soo.kim