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Choe Chung

Type Figure Region Goryeo Time 984–1068 Also known as Hŏryŏn、Hŏngjae、Confucius of the East Sea

Senior Confucian official and educator of early Goryeo (984–1068), who served four kings and founded the Nine Academies, famed as the 'Confucius of t…

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  1. 984–1045Kaesŏng (Goryeo royal capital) · KaesŏngA native of Haeju who passed the examination in 1005. Under King Hyŏnjong he took part in compiling the Annals of Seven Reigns, holding posts such as Censor-in-Chief and Left Vice Director of the Ministry of Works; by King Chŏngjong's reign he was already at the center of government, noted for administrative and Confucian learning.
  2. 1046–1068Kaesŏng (Goryeo royal capital) · KaesŏngAfter Munjong's accession he served as Chancellor, codifying laws and ordinances. After repeatedly declining office he founded the Nine Academies to teach the Confucian classics, gathered many disciples, and advanced the trend of the twelve private schools; his posthumous name was Munhŏn.

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