조선후기 왕릉의 肉膳 陳設과 親傳香儀 논의

Abstract

During the early Joseon Dynasty, the ritual for the royal tombs was arranged with "Soseon." This was a measure taken to differentiate it from the similar Jongmyo ritual and to maintain the distinctiveness of the ritual for the royal tombs. However, on the other hand, it led to a decrease in the ritual's status, eventually being incorporated into more common folk rites. As understanding of Confucianism, especially among scholars, increased during the later years of the Joseon era, discussions arose regarding the offerings presented in the ritual for the royal tombs. In Confucian rituals, the use of meat is considered more prestigious, and the questioning of offerings in the ritual for the royal tombs stemmed from this awareness. The discussions initiated during the reign of King Hyeonjong continued until the reign of King Sukjong. However, despite the debates, practical issues such as the tradition of Soseon and increased resources led to the maintenance of Soseon. In the Joseon Dynasty, essential ingredients for state rituals were centrally provided to the locations where national rituals took place. In significant ritual locations, the king personally delivered the offerings. Initially, during the early Joseon period, the king himself delivered the offerings to the royal tombs, but with the completion of the "Manual for the Five Categories of State Rites" system, the Royal Secretary-transmitter took on this responsibility. However, during the reign of King Sukjong, with the maintenance and improvements related to the transfer of incense, the royal tomb also became a place where the king directly received the offerings during the reign of King Yeongjo. This was a means for the king to demonstrate his filial piety when unable to personally visit the royal tomb, utilizing the "the rite of transferring incense personally" alternative. Joseon made considerable efforts to realize Confucian values, but it was not a one-sided acceptance. The society embraced traditions when necessary, while also adapting them to the current realities, ultimately creating a new cultural synthesis.