Park investigates the unexpected success of early Korean creationists, who were mostly scientists, and argues that creationism is not a product of the lack of intelligence or proper scientific education but a consequence of more profound social developments in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Known as the religious belief rejecting evolutionary theory, creationism has become a global issue. Although it was often known as a problem unique among fundamentalist Protestants in the United States, it has been appropriated by people with diverse religions around the world, including Asia, Africa, Europe, and South America. Many scientists and educators perceive this dissemination as a threat to modern pedagogy and scholarship, although few of them are aware of its historical and cultural contexts. Through an intensive study of the birth and growth of the anti-evolutionary movement in South Korea during the twentieth and early twenty-first centuries, this book traces an important part of this worldwide movement against evolution. The author argues that South Korean creationism started from the country's past as a developmental state during the Cold War but proliferated further amid subsequent democratization and globalization. Creationism reflected the new identifications of some Korean scientists and engineers with evangelical faith, who actively formed their own domain outside of the state hegemony and authority. This book is a valuable reference for scholars interested in the dynamic interaction between science and religion in East Asia.

"Park investigates the unexpected success of early Korean creationists, who were mostly scientists, and argues that creationism is not a product of the lack of intelligence or proper scientific education, but a consequence of more profound social developments in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Known as the religious belief rejecting evolutionary theory, creationism has become a global issue. Although it was often known as a problem unique among fundamentalist Protestants in the United States, it has been appropriated by people with diverse religions around the world, including Asia, Africa, Europe, and South America. Many scientists and educators perceive this dissemination as a threat to modern pedagogy and scholarship, although few of them are aware of its historical and cultural context. Through an intensive study of the birth and growth of the antievolutionary movement in South Korea during the twentieth and early twenty-first centuries, this book traces an important part of this worldwide movement against evolution. The author argues that South Korea's creationism stemmed from its past as a developmental state during the Cold War but proliferated further amid subsequent democratization and globalization. Creationism reflected the new identifications of some Korean scientists and engineers with evangelical faith, who actively formed their own domain outside of the state hegemony and authority. A valuable reference for scholars interested in the dynamic interaction between science and religion in East Asia"--

This is the first English-language book on cultural policy in Korea, which critically historicises and analyses the contentious and dynamic development of the policy. It highlights that the evolution of cultural policy has been bound up with the complicated political, economic and social trajectory of Korea to a surprising degree. Investigating the content and context of the policy from the period of Japanese colonial rule (1910–1945) until the military authoritarian regime (1961–1988), the book discusses how culture, often co-opted by the government, was mobilised to disseminate state agendas and define national identity. It then moves on to investigate the distinct characteristics of Korea’s contemporary cultural policy since the 1990s, particularly its energetic pursuit of democracy, a market economy of culture and outward cultural globalisation (the Korean Wave). This book helps readers to understand the continuous presence of the ‘strong state’ in Korean cultural policy and its implications for the cultural life of Koreans. It argues that this exceptionally active cultural policy sets an important condition not only for artistic creation, cultural consumption and cultural business in the country, but also for the nation's ambitious endeavour to turn the success of its pop culture into a global phenomenon.

Seminar paper from the year 2023 in the subject American Studies - Linguistics, grade: 1,7, University of Duisburg-Essen (Department of Anglophone Studies), course: Morphology and Syntax, language: English, abstract: This paper aims to critically analyze new words, or neologisms, related to the Korean Wave by addressing the following research question: How has the Korean Wave, through neologisms and word-formation processes, contributed to the enrichment of the English lexicon? In doing so, it will give insights into the field of morphology and the linguistic mechanisms that underlie the creation of new terms inspired by Korean popular culture. The mobility of language and culture is more obvious as the world gets increasingly interconnected. The blending of linguistic elements from different cultures not only shows the powerful impact of global media on communication but also highlights the flexibility of language. Diese Hausarbeit untersucht, wie der interkulturelle Austausch durch das Internet und das Phänomen der Koreanischen Welle, auch bekannt als Hallyu, die globale Sprachlandschaft verändert. Durch den weltweiten Erfolg von K-Pop, koreanischen Fernsehserien und anderen kulturellen Exporten aus Südkorea hat Hallyu nicht nur die Unterhaltungsindustrie revolutioniert, sondern auch die Sprache beeinflusst, indem neue Wörter und Begriffe geschaffen wurden. Die Koreanische Welle hat seit dem späten 20. Jahrhundert ein enormes Interesse an der südkoreanischen Populärkultur geweckt und zeigt sich besonders in der Entstehung und Verbreitung von Neologismen. Diese neuen Wörter, die direkt von koreanischen Medien und Unterhaltung beeinflusst sind, haben sogar ihren Weg in den Oxford English Dictionary gefunden, was ihre Bedeutung und den kulturellen Einfluss unterstreicht. Diese Hausarbeit analysiert kritisch die Neologismen im Zusammenhang mit der Koreanischen Welle und beantwortet die Forschungsfrage: Wie hat die Koreanische Welle durch Neologismen und Wortbildungsprozesse zur Bereicherung des englischen Lexikons beigetragen? Dabei werden Einblicke in die Morphologie und die linguistischen Mechanismen gegeben, die zur Schaffung neuer Begriffe inspiriert von der koreanischen Popkultur führen.

"South Korean Business Culture" provides a thorough exploration of the intricate dynamics influencing business conduct in South Korea. Emphasizing the significance of etiquette in contemporary society, the book underscores the role of good manners in opening doors and fostering opportunities. It elucidates how etiquette, deeply rooted in cultural values, serves as a practical framework guiding interactions and nurturing effective and respectful relationships in a world marked by diverse cultural intersections. Specifically tailored to the South Korean business context, the book delves into the importance of understanding and respecting cultural values and societal norms that shape business interactions in the nation. It offers practical insights into navigating bowing, mastering the concept of 'Jeong,' and employing effective negotiation tactics, while also highlighting the crucial role of nonverbal communication in business settings. Moreover, the book delves into the historical underpinnings that have significantly influenced contemporary business practices in South Korea. By tracing key historical milestones, such as the division of the Korean Peninsula after World War II and the subsequent economic transformation following the Korean War, the book provides essential insights into the nation's socio-political and economic evolution. It also examines the historical achievements in education and science, showcasing South Korea's longstanding commitment to knowledge and innovation. The historical influences of religion, particularly Christianity, Buddhism, and Confucianism, are also explored, shedding light on the ethical and moral values that guide business interactions in the country. By offering a comprehensive understanding of these historical and cultural factors, "South Korean Business Culture" equips readers with the knowledge necessary to navigate and cultivate successful business relationships in South Korea's dynamic business landscape.

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The concept of self-sacrifice is highly important to Korean Americans. With hierarchy of age, social status, and gender-defined roles taking primacy over equality and justice, self-sacrifice becomes instrumental in maintaining family and social relationships. Unfortunately, in family relationships, sacrifice has more to do with submission and endurance than it does with sacrificial service that is redemptive and mutually beneficial. When self-sacrifice carries hidden motives--coercive responsibility, obligation, shame, guilt, or one's reputation--that "self-sacrifice" is not self-giving, neither serving nor being of mutual benefit. In this context, it is important to explore the attitudes and motives of self-sacrifice in Korean American families. In unlocking and exploring the dynamics of the theology and practice of self-sacrifice for Korean Americans, this book explores cultural virtues, marital relationships, gender inequality, domestic violence, and their theological implications. The author introduces a new approach and model with a proposal for a healthier and a more judicious understanding of self-sacrifice for Korean American family relationships. The element of "equal regard" as pertaining to self-sacrifice offers Korean Americans a refreshing hope in the perspective of familial relationships and a liberating casting-off of culturally and religiously imposed burdens. The Korean American family ought to be grounded on a love ethic of equal regard and place its value on mutuality, self-sacrifice, and individual fulfillment. When this is done, sacrificial love can be understood as justly appropriated for both husbands and wives, males and females, and parents and children. Thus, Christian teaching and theology may deliver a more transparent message of true agape and its liberating effects for the marginalized, especially women and children.