Division of Korea

Buddhism was first spread to Korea in 372, a period which there had three kingdoms on the Korean peninsula, they were Goguryeo (37 BC-AD 668), Baekje (18 BC-AD 660) and Silla (57 BC-935 AD). There were many reasons for the approval of the three kingdoms, but the acceptance and respect of Buddhism not only represents a religious event or advent philosophy, but also it was a decision which had huge cultural, political and social ramifications for the three kingdoms. For example, the sutras and…

Buddhists receptacles have dated back to the late fourth century, and in about three centuries later, the same relics have been found in Korea. These receptacles are Buddhist Reliquaries, or more specifically Sarira caskets which are “relics of the historical Buddha.” (Herzog, Royal Ontario Museum Site). Buddhist Reliquaries from China, that have influenced Korea, demonstrate the important use of art and trade to impact art styles, form new religious systems…

In the northern portion of the Korean Peninsula, bordering the Korean Bay and Sea of Japan, North Korea makes up for more than half of the entire area. Twenty percent larger than South Korea, at 46,540 square miles, it is comparable to the size of Mississippi. The vast majority of the land consists of mountains and narrow valleys, making it so only about one-fourth of the country to has inhabitants. Due to the deforestation of the land for agricultural purposes, it is becoming more and more…

North Korea is not a place that most people really know about; they are a very closed-off country and are very secretive. Up until recently, many people didn’t even know of what North Korea is capable of. Recently, the production of the movie “The Interview”, has sparked much conflict between the company Sony and North Korea. The country is of violence, neglect, and power-hungry dictators. No one really knows the truth about North Korea, but what they do know is that North Korea is a country…

Japan’s occupation of Korea in the 1900s? → First, the U.S. had no vital military and diplomatic interests in Korea at that time. Even in the aspect of economics and commerce, Korea was not important compare to China and Japan. (p.15) Second, the U.S. disappointed with the deterioration situation in Korea, such as corrupt and incompetent bureaucrats, and even believed Koreans could not govern themselves. The U.S. hoped that Japan would remove corruption and guarantee order in Korea. (p. 15)…

Looking at the government in North Korea is a great example to show how their citizens were completely brainwashed into believing and thinking that there is no other culture with the use of propaganda. What do the North Koreans believe? How do they see themselves and the world around them…

I am a first generation immigrant to the United States from South Korea. While my ethnic identity is Korean, I consider my cultural identity a blend of both American and Korean as my cultural experiences have occurred in the United States while my roots lie within Korea. Considering my family’s origins as a whole, my family has resided in Korea. It was the decision of my immediate family to move to the United States for better opportunities. The Korean culture’s unique foods have been around my…

After the end of the Cold War, many counties in Asia have become independent from its colonization. Until now, there has no major war occurred in this region. During this period of peacetime, Asian countries have enjoyed the growing of economic and global influence. Russia, China, and India these newly advanced economy countries started undermining the U.S. influence in Asia. In order to remain its economic interests and political power in Asia, the U.S. has adjusted its global strategy. The…

North Korea has been in several tense situations with the worlds superpower’s specifically the United States. They arrested two United States journalists, Euna Lee and Laura Ling, while filming a documentary on trafficking of women at the North Korea border. North Korea has launched several long range ballistic missiles and they have openly stated that they intended to plan out a nuclear…

the ones that North Koreans are now living? The government control North Korea has over it’s people can be compared to extremities that are portrayed in the dystopian novel, Anthem. In Anthem, Rand’s purpose is to give an insight to what the world could be like if we let the government control society completely; and the government structure in Anthem provides readers with horrendous comparisons to the society of North Korea. The North Korean society has been…