Untitled Flashcards Set

Parhae

A kingdom that drove Tang China out of northern Korea and Manchuria in the late 7th to early 8th century.

Malgal people

A group whose revolts contributed to the decline of Parhae after the 9th century.

Hwabaek

A council of aristocrats in Unified Silla, which grew more powerful than the Chipsabu.

Wonhyo

A key figure in popularizing Buddhism during Unified Silla.

Hojok

Local gentry who were responsible for weakening the centralized government system in Silla.

Chang Po-go

Commissioner of Chonghaejin, known for dominating maritime trade and exemplifying new social groups in Silla.

Dharani Sutra

A Buddhist scripture; the oldest woodblock printing discovered in the world.

Chomsongdae

A significant astronomical observatory reflecting progress in astronomy during Silla.

Koryŏ

A dynasty founded by Taejo (Wang Kŏn) known for consolidating royal authority and relationships with Chinese dynasties.

Hopae

Identification tags that were not among the achievements of Kings Kwangjong and Sŏngjong.

Kwago

The main path to government positions in Koryŏ, but not the only one.

Hwangok

A grain lending program that was not part of Koryŏ's social welfare initiatives.

Samguk sagi

The oldest surviving history book in Korea, written by Kim Pu-sik during the Koryŏ period.

Sanggam

A unique inlay technique used in Koryŏ celadon pottery.

Choe Chung-hŏn

A military ruler who proposed 'Ten Injunctions' but did not aim to restore free status to those enslaved.

Manjok

The leader of the first anti-slavery movement in Korean history.