한범석(韓範錫:1672-1743) 교지(敎旨)의 역사적 가치

Abstract

This paper review the historical significance and value of the king’s orders issued to one of the most representative generals during the late Joseon era, General Han Beomseok. Han Beomseok was at the center of the Nammyeong School and was born into the Joeun clan of Cheongju Han, known for their academic tradition. The king’s orders, or Gyoji as they are known, amount to over 50 pieces including those for appointments, Yuseo, Yuji, Nokpae and Sageupgi. As for the gyoji used for appointments, it is one of the most significant in terms of its value as a historical material among all gyojis of major generals and provides a trace that allow us to recreate what the official life of a general at the time must have been. Most of the Yuseo are Milbu-Yuseo but for specific official posts, that of Han Beomseok’s are the only remaining and thus has gained attention for its historical value as an ancient document. The Sageupgi that King Youngjo sent to Han Beomseok as part of his gift of armaments including bow and arrows is valued for its rarity in both form and content and has proven to be a very significant material in understanding how old documents of the Joseon era were used and what the nature of Seogeupgi were. This study is limited to a case study in that it only analyzes Gyojis left by a certain figure, Han Beomseok but such studies are still meaningful in that when accumulated, they can help understand the historical value and application of ancient documents.