<신단공안(神斷公案)> 평어(評語) 양상과 가치 지향

Abstract

“Sindangongahn” Pyeong-eo(Critical remark) mainly consists of comments on figures and events, and simple analysis of figures and events, pointing out hidden meanings and expressing appreciation take the rest. While overall, these critical remarks used the method of description, revealing the critic’s opinion directly and briefly, they often used a logical description to show their value orientation. So, they focused on inducing the readers’ immediate understanding of the critics’ opinions. Judging from each episode, the Pyeong-eo function expanded from Episode 4, the role to make readers understand the contents was added and ‘the general characteristic’ in Pyeong-eo at the closing section became weakened. However, the main feature is still ‘comments’ on figures and events. In addition, in Episodes 4 through 7, too, the aspect of Pyeong-eo differs a little bit. Critics insisted on breaking down the existing systems and customs, practicing the essence of Confucian values, properly, breaking down the consciousness restricted to old customs and living with the right mindset. Judging through “Sindangongahn” Pyeong-eo, the author attempted a change, actively utilizing the experiences accumulated in the process of publishing it serially and succeeded in grafting new features, maintaining the traditional functions of Pyeong-eo. Value orientation of Pyeong-eo is partially consistent with the reform direction of Hwang-Seong Newspaper. Yet, it is necessary to examine the reason why they brought out Confucian values and the issue of their connection with the subsequent theory on civilization.