16세기 도통론의 전개와 포은 정몽주의 위상

Abstract

This study shows that how Poeun Jung Mong-Ju established his Neo-Confucian images and acknowledged influence of Neo-Confucian orthodoxy(道統) in the 16th century Joseon Dynasty. The influence of Poeun Jung Mong-Ju was established a symbol of fidelity toward royal family, since he died augustly for his filial fidelity in the 15th century. In their speeches and writings produced by literati-scholars in the 16th century noted that Jung Mong-Ju was known as not only a “liege man” to keep filial fidelity but also a “founder” of Korean Neo-Confucianism. Moreover, they directly linked him into Jizi(箕子), legendary sage from end of Shang dynasty(c.1100 BC). At that same time, public and private persons urged toward primary enterprises to commemorate Jung Mong-Ju’s remarkable achievements. On the preferential basis, literati-scholars established seowon, Neo-Confucian private academies, for venerating the scholar Poeun and educating rural students. The number of seowon venerating Poeun Jung Mong-ju were five, established between the reign of King Myeongjong and King Seonjo. These seowon were established in the region related to the venerated scholar, except for one, which was built for the purpose of promoting rural literati. Five seowon were dedicated to venerate the scholar: forming rituals and writing literary works. The government also gave privilege to his descendents, such as exemption from taxation and civil service examination. In addition, king Seonjo commanded to publish the collection of Poeun Jung Mong-Ju. In the 17th century, the influence of Poeun Jung Mong-ju was expanded with the Cause of Justice theory(義理論). Song Shi-Yeol, one of the representative scholars in the 17th century, reviewed the studies of former masters of the master Jung with the Cause of Justice theory. He indicated Poeun Jung Mong-ju as a symbol of resistance and Neo-Confucian orthodoxy. These perspectives reveals that Poeun Jung Mong-Ju’s influence was originated from the 16th century. In conclusion, the establishment of Poeun Jung Mong-Ju’s influence in the 16th century has continued to influence up to the present.