Who Is Taekwondo In North Korea?

Beginning in 1955, Taekwondo has been considered to be a way of life. Although Taekwondo has been around for more than 2,000 years in Korea as well as countries around it, it started to have an influence and powerful effect after 1955. Researchers have information on Taekwondo dating back to 50 B.C., when Korea was separated into three kingdoms: Silla, Koguryo, and Paekche. Within these, Koguryo was the first place where Taekwondo was seen and practiced. After spreading throughout Korea, Silla’s Hwarang warriors were credited for the growth of Taekwondo in Korea. Although Silla was the smallest, the Japanese Pirates always attacked. They were able to get help from King Gwanggaeto and his soldiers to drive the enemies out. At the time, some warriors (later known as Hwarang) were given lessons by …show more content…
In the academy, many things, including history, Confucian philosophy, ethics, Buddhist Morality, and military tactics were studied. Throughout their time at the academy, the Hwarang were able to learn to be loyal, trustworthy, justice and more. The education that the warriors received was based on Five Codes of Human Conduct, which were written by a Buddhist scholar. These five codes included: be loyal to your country, be obedient to your parents, be trustworthy to your friends, never retreat in battle, and never make an unjust kill. After spending time learning at the academy, Taek Kyon spread in Korea as the Hwarang warriors traveled to learn about regions and people. In the end, the Hwarang warriors were known for their bravery and fighting skills as they led to the defeat of both the Paekje and Koguryo kingdoms to unify Korea. They were able to unify Korea into the Koryo Dynasty. Although during the Silla dynasty, Taek Kyon was used for activities and as a sport,The name was changed to Subak and main idea and art was changed during the Koryo