← Explore on the interactive map

Gung Ye

Type Figure Region Korean Peninsula Time c. 855–918 Also known as Sangbeop、Mani、Founder of Taebong

Gung Ye (c. 855–918), founder of Taebong (later Majin, then Taebong), was a Silla monk who rose in revolt at Cheorwon in 891, became king in 901, and…

Timeline

  1. c. 855–891Silla · SillaGung Ye was originally a Silla monk with the Buddhist name Sangbeop; he later returned to secular life, joined local armed activities, and gradually gathered followers amid the era of rising warlords.
  2. 891–901Cheorwon · CheorwonHe rose in revolt and seized Cheorwon in 891, declared himself king in 901 with the state name Majin, later changed to Taebong, attracting generals such as Wang Geon, and rapidly expanded his power.
  3. 901–918Cheorwon · CheorwonIn his later years he ruled cruelly and grew suspicious of his meritorious officials; in 918 he was overthrown by generals including Wang Geon, was killed, and the Taebong regime ended as the Later Three Kingdoms order shifted toward the rise of Goryeo.

Sources