The Moral and Religious Thought of Yi Hwang (Toegye)

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<p>This book presents Yi Hwang (1501–1570)—better known by his pen name,&nbsp;Toegye—Korea’s most eminent Confucian philosopher. It is a pioneering study of&nbsp;Toegye’s moral and religious thought that discusses his holistic ideas and&nbsp;experiences as a scholar, thinker, and spiritual practitioner.&nbsp;This study includes Toegye’s major texts, essays, letters, and biographies. Edward Chung explains key&nbsp;concepts, original quotations, annotated notes, and thought-provoking comments&nbsp;to bring this monumental thinker and his work to life. Chung also considers&nbsp;comparative and interreligious perspectives and their contemporary relevance.&nbsp;By offering groundbreaking insights into Neo-Confucianism, this book sheds&nbsp;fresh light on the breadth and depth of Toegye’s ethics and spirituality, and is&nbsp;an important source for scholars and students in Korean and Confucian&nbsp;studies and comparative philosophy and religion.</p><div><div><br></div></div>