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Yejong of Goryeo

Type Figure Region Korean Peninsula Time 1079–1122 Also known as Goryeo Yejong

Sixteenth king of the Goryeo dynasty, born 1079, died 1122; succeeded his father Sukjong in 1105 and reigned seventeen years, promoting Confucian edu…

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  1. 1079–1105Gaeseong · GaeseongA son of Sukjong, he received royal education from childhood and was designated crown prince. Amid political turmoil in Sukjong's late reign, he participated in court affairs as heir, preparing for accession.
  2. 1105–1122Gaeseong · GaeseongAfter succeeding in 1105 he promoted Confucianism, reformed the scale of Buddhist temples, and continued northeastern border defenses. In the later part of his reign Kim Busik and others began preparations for compiling the Samguk Sagi, and cultural endeavors flourished.

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