一齋 李恒의 학문 위상과 교유 양상

Abstract

Yi Hang (1499-1576), a notable scholar from Honam in the 16th century, is the focus of this study. This paper aims to specifically investigate how Yi Hang achieved scholarly recognition and to analyze his pedagogical methods through an examination of his writings and related sources. Yi Hang embarked on his scholarly pursuits relatively late in life and lacked a clearly defined mentor-mentee relationship. It was the evaluation by Gyuam Song In-su that played a pivotal role in Yi Hang's widespread acclaim within the Joseon academic community. Song In-su noted that Yi Hang’s scholarly practice was comparable to that of Jangjae. Due to this evaluation, Yi Hang was mentioned as a representative Confucian scholar who practiced Jang Jae’s academic methodology and gained a reputation as a scholar. Although Yi Hang was primarily active in Honam, his influence extended beyond this region. His academic network included scholars from Yeongnam and the capital area. Notable figures associated with Yi Hang include Roh Susin, Roh Jin, Gim Inhu, and Gi Daeseung from Honam; Nam Eon-gyeong’s brothers, Heo Yeop, and Yi Gu from the capital area; and Bak Yeong and Yi Hwang from Yeongnam. Yi Hang’s theories and interactions with these scholars significantly contributed to the advancement of Neo-Confucianism during the 16th century. Furthermore, Yi Hang’s academic practices illustrate that, while scholars of the 16th century did form distinct schools, their interactions were diverse and transcended regional and institutional boundaries. Therefore, to fully comprehend the academic landscape of the 16th century, it is essential to examine both the vertical networks within individual schools and the horizontal networks across different regions.