宣祖代 搢紳 逆謀 事件 −정여립 모반 사건의 性格과 政局 구도를 중심으로−

Abstract

Until now studies have tried to determine whether it was treason or not. However, such studies have produced completely different results according to materials cited by researchers. It is true that this study is difficult to produce clear results. This treason is very important whether it is true or not. In this paper, the case was comprehensively reviewed through the relevant historical materials. Through these materials, I have re-organized this case. The incident seemed to end with Jeong Yeo-rip`s death, but it escalated into a political one. In this paper we looked at how this case developed into a political event. The review of the data does not confirm the details of the treason. However, with the death of Jeong Yeo-rip, the plot of treason was solidified to be true. This treason plot led to the return of Seoin who had been out of politics. With Seoin leading the state affairs, the case of Jeong Yeo-rip's treason expanded to a completely different aspect. Those unrelated to treason were punished. The character of treason described by Seonjo(宣祖) was politically exploited by the Seoin.