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https://m.news2day.co.kr/article/20260930500039 100th Anniversary of Hangeul Day "Sejong's Great Thoughts: Gain Wisdom from the 100 Quotes" Min Byung-doo Input: 2026.09.30 09:38 The masterpiece of Sejong leadership researcher Park Hyun-mo and handwriting writer Kang Byung-in A history book, a political philosophy book, a management book, and the best aesthetic humanities book. A highly anticipated new book worth reading to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Hangul Day. I have published 100 thoughts drawn from the Annals of King Sejong as a book. Provided by the publisher, Geulkkot. How should we recognize and use people? How should important decisions be made? Also, how to listen to opposing opinions and ultimately achieve the task? The new book, "Sejong, Great Thoughts - Meeting with 100 Quotes," asks Sejong for the answer to this question. This book contains history, politics, management and leadership, calligraphy, and humanities in one volume. Sejong Leadership researcher Park Hyun-mo provided commentary. Handwriting artist Kang Byung-in breathed life and expression‎ into King Sejong's words through his calligraphy. The book includes 100 quotes from the Annals of King Sejong, selected from the Annals of King Sejong, and 100 calligraphy pieces that embody them. The publisher Geulkkot planned this book to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Hangul Day. Hangeul Day was first commemorated in 1926 under the name "Gagya Day." Therefore, 2026 marks exactly 100 years since the start of Hangul Day. First author Park Hyun-mo - Wisdom drawn from over 10,800 pages of the "Annals of King Sejong." Park Hyun-mo studied Sejong's national management and leadership for 26 years. He read the 10,800 pages of the Korean translation of the Annals of King Sejong, which records the 32 years of King Sejong's reign, eighteen times. And from that vast record, I selected 100 words of King Sejong that are needed by today's readers. It is not a collection of sayings that simply translate classical Chinese into Korean. We examine under what circumstances Sejong made those remarks. It also traces how the ministers opposed it and what Sejong was concerned about. Furthermore, it also shows what results have emerged since the decision. The book does not preserve Sejong as a wise ruler within a museum. They constantly ask questions, grapple with opposing opinions, and revive them as a practical leader who corrects their own judgment. Each quote and commentary are composed of 3-4 pages. It's a good amount to keep by your bedside and read one piece a day. This is a good book to look through when public officials or CEOs are struggling or having difficulty making decisions. Each short piece contains historical events, questions about leadership, and a single piece of art. Therefore, "Sejong, Great Thoughts" is both a historical and a political philosophy book. It is a management book that deals with both organizations and people, and an aesthetic and humanities book that explores the beauty of Hangeul. "Sejong, Great Thoughts" unites history, politics, management, and art. Historical records show how King Sejong governed the country. Management commentary translates that judgment into the language of modern organizations. The term "octopus farmer" literally means "asked the farmer." The author interprets this as "the answer lies in the field" in today's management language. It is a restoration of Sejong's ruling philosophy, which had been confined within the classics, into living principles of practice. Thanks to this, the reader is confronted with vivid political scenes, not just with a preserved saying. This book, through the words of King Sejong, makes us reflect on the issues facing today's conference rooms, organizations, governments, and businesses. The book begins with the growth of Grand Prince Chungnyeong, who was far removed from the throne succession. Chungnyeong was not someone who ran to seize the throne. Rather, they developed their skills through constant reading and self-discipline. Becoming such a prepared person, he finally received the call of the times. The book explains Sejong's method of listening with the term "Sangmunsukchal." The first step is to listen carefully before speaking. It is an attitude that considers not only the outward words but also the underlying intentions. Suchal is the process of thoroughly examining and deeply contemplating the information heard in such a way. Observe why the other person is saying such a thing. It also examines what facts and contexts are hidden. Only then do they judge, speak, and act. In today's Korean, it can be said that it is listening carefully and examining deeply. This kind of listening cultivates three abilities. The first is the 'listening' of understanding a person's meaning beyond the surface of their words. The second is the "compound eye," which simultaneously examines principles and reality, the present and the future. The third is the "power of words" that brings about actual change and results. Sejong willingly listened to opposing opinions. He also cautioned against the practice of "conclusion" that blinds and deafens the leader. He did not hesitate to admit his mistakes and correct his wrong decisions. Therefore, listening was not a decoration for Sejong to show a respectable character. It was a key mechanism in state administration that made better judgments and prevented the isolation of power. This is a point that today's political leaders and public officials should take to heart. Sejong's first leadership was to acknowledge his shortcomings. After that, we asked several people and gathered collective intelligence. He widely sought out talent and assigned them based on their abilities. After assigning the work, I waited until they grew. However, they strictly held public responsibility. Sejong discovered the potential for an ordinary official who managed horses to become the greatest northern general of Joseon. Ultimately, the lament that "there is no talent" could be a confession that there is no discernment for recognizing talent. The talent that King Sejong highly valued was not the busiest. He was someone who accurately achieved important goals without wasting limited resources. In today's organization, performance comes from accurate judgment and focus rather than busyness. For this reason, "Sejong, Great Thoughts" can also be read as a modern management book. However, people are not treated as tools for performance. It emphasizes human dignity and trust, delegation of authority, and public responsibility together. The book explains King Sejong's state affairs according to the six-jo system of the Joseon Dynasty. The Ministry of Personnel Management is connected to talent management, while the Hojo is linked to the economy and welfare. The Ministry of Rites expands to cultural strategy, while the Ministry of War expands to crisis management and national security. The Ministry of Justice is interpreted as judicial justice, while the Ministry of Public Cooperation is interpreted as technological innovation and social infrastructure. The final part deals with the leadership that starts from oneself and the ultimate calling of creating Hunminjeongeum. Although Sejong's eyes gradually darkened, he created a script to illuminate the eyes of the people. Hunminjeongeum was not just a simple script but the result of national governance aimed at changing the lives of the people. Therefore, this book does not stop at being a chronological biography. Restore the pressure, loneliness, conflict, and responsibility felt by a leader responsible for a country. In that respect, it is a weighty political history and a history book of national management. Second author Kang Byeong-in - He depicted King Sejong's philosophy in Korean. Another author is Kang Byung-in, a leading Korean calligraphy writer. His 100-point calligraphy is not an illustration that beautifully embellishes Sejong's words. If Park Hyun-mo interpreted the context of the "Annals of King Sejong" in today's language, Kang Byung-in translated the thoughts, emotions, tone, and breathing contained in those words into formative language. If Park Hyun-mo's writing is a linguistic commentary that unravels Sejong's thoughts, Kang Byeong-in's handwriting is a visual commentary that brings Sejong's voice to life right before one's eyes. While rooted in the principles of the discipleship of Hunminjeongeum and the traditions of Panbonche and Gungche, Kang Byeong-in does not remain confined to a standardized typeface. Freely change the size and weight of the letters, the speed of strokes, the distance between letters, and the margins. Sometimes, it strikes heavily like a rock falling from a cliff, and sometimes, it is written lightly, like cicada wings. The important thing is not just the beauty of the handwriting. He reads the meaning contained in the sentence, imagines the historical scene where the words were spoken, and then brings Sejong's voice and expression‎ to life in the writing. "The side branch ultimately becomes king" is an expression‎ that encapsulates Sejong's accession to the throne. Provided by Geulkkot Publishing. "Side branches, ultimately becoming king" – the time of Chungnyeong who nurtured himself from the surroundings. This text encapsulates the process of the third prince, Chungnyeong, who had been at the center of the succession to the throne, finally becoming King Sejong. It is not a statement made by Sejong himself, but rather the title of the chapter that modernly summarizes Chungnyeong's growth and enthronement process. The tree has a central trunk and side branches that extend sideways. The central figure in the royal family was Crown Prince Yangnyeong. Second Grand Prince Hyoryeong and third Grand Prince Chungnyeong were figures who had stepped aside from the center of the succession to the throne. In that respect, Chungnyeong was not someone destined to become king from the start but rather a 'side branch.' However, there was also freedom gained from being a side branch. The Crown Prince faced rigorous education and political burdens to become king. On the other hand, Chungnyeong was able to read books and explore academics relatively freely. He focused more on his studies than on pursuing the throne. Reading books over and over again deepened my thinking, and developed the ability to understand people and the world. Kang Byeong-in expressed this journey of Chungnyeong through the size of the letters and the spatial arrangement. The 'side branches' at the top are small and lightly placed. It looks like a branch that extends to one side, moving away from the center. On the other hand, the 'king' at the bottom is much larger and rounder than the other characters. The center of gravity of the screen also converges on these letters. The reversal of a small and peripheral being finally entering the center of history was captured in one character. The letters were not neatly arranged in a single line. The "side branch" is above, and "to end up as king" descends below. The height and size of the letters are also inconsistent. This shows that the succession to the throne in Chungnyeong was not a predetermined straight line from the beginning. It visualizes the history of becoming king after a series of events, conflicts, and unexpected changes. The most important words in this work are 'king' and 'end'. "End" contains a long period of accumulation. Chungnyeong was not someone who suddenly appeared and became king. From a time when there was no sign of becoming king, he prepared himself through reading and self-cultivation. It wasn't that he became a great person after receiving the crown, but rather that he was prepared, which allowed him to bear the weight of the crown. The large and round "king" evokes not the sense of intimidation of power but the vessel that embraces people. Sejong did not stop at seizing the throne. He sought out talented individuals, listened to the opposing opinions of his subjects, and examined the livelihoods and grievances of the people. The 'king' positioned in the middle of the lettering appears to be more at the center of responsibility for embracing the nation and its people than for a ruler who reigns high up. "The joy of living and being alive" is an expression‎ of King Sejong's philosophy of "vivid and living" in today's Korean language. Publisher provided by Geulkkot "The joy of living and being alive" - a four-character idiom that spans the 32 years of King Sejong's reign. The ultimate goal of King Sejong's politics was 'birth and joy'. It originated from the words of King Bangyeong of the Shang Dynasty (Yin Dynasty) in ancient Chinese Seogyeong. Bang-gyeong made the happiness of the people the calling of a ruler, saying, "If I do not make all the people engage in their livelihoods and live happily, I will be rebuked when I die." It is the ruling philosophy that King Sejong cherished most and frequently mentioned. He said, "The nation takes its people as its foundation, and the people consider food as heaven." He emphasized that "the most important duty of a ruler is to feed the people well and lead them to live content with their livelihoods." Kang Byung-in revived "saengsaengjirak" with the beautiful Korean phrase "the joy of living and being revived." The first 'life' of living and living is for me to live. It means a life where one can live without starving, care for family, receive treatment when sick, work with one's abilities, and plan for the future. Living does not simply mean maintaining one's life. It refers to a state where one can live like a human being, have their own work, and pursue their goals without fear or oppression. The second 'life' is about saving others. It is about saving lives. It is about protecting people's lives from poverty, hunger, disease, and disaster. It is about saving one's livelihood. It is about creating conditions to work and allowing people to live according to their efforts. It is about making the most of the possibilities. It is about discovering and growing talents and thoughts that exist within a person but are not yet revealed. If the first life is about me living, then the second life is about me bringing others to life because of me. Therefore, the joy of living and living well is not the joy of living well alone, but rather the joy gained from my life and work uplifting the lives of others. The final 'rock' comes from the rewarding feeling that one's work sustains one's life while also benefiting others and the community. Therefore, the "joy of living and living" can be said to be the joy of achieving a stable life through one's livelihood and enjoying it together by benefiting neighbors and the community. For Sejong, the essence of politics was to create conditions for the people to farm, trade, produce goods, and live stably with their families. For King Sejong, the people were not a means mobilized for the country, but rather the reason for the existence of the country. It was more important for the people to continue their livelihoods and enjoy the pleasures of life in their positions than for the king to become great. Sejong's efforts in astronomy, meteorology, and calendar research, as well as his compilation of the "Nongsajikseol" by measuring rainfall and organizing his farming experiences, were also aimed at saving the lives of the farmers. Science and technology were not just decorations to showcase the dignity of the royal family but rather practical means of improving the lives of the people. The spirit of "living and living" can also be found in the creation of Hunminjeongeum. If the people have something they want to say but cannot express their will because they cannot read or write, it is not simply a matter of illiteracy. It is a life problem where one cannot appeal unfairness, learn the knowledge necessary for life, and participate in social decision-making. Hunminjeongeum was a script that captured the words and thoughts of the people. In that one person's experience and knowledge did not disappear but were passed down to another person and the next generation, writing was a tool for saving people and communities. The climax of this work lies in 'joy'. Kang Byung-in unfolded the letter 'b' in the letter 'ppeum' into five. This expresses the joy and excitement of life spreading outwards without being confined to one place. As "B" repeats, the letters break away from the fixed framework of the script, appearing as if people are jumping and dancing together. Joy is not just an emotion of its own, but rather manifested as energy that spreads from person to person and spreads throughout the entire community. The strokes of the letters reveal a vibrant sense of life through bold and thin changes, rapid and slow flow, and sparse and dense spacing, rather than being a neatly controlled document style of government offices. The 'energy vitality' of calligraphy emphasized by Kang Byeong-in appears here. The letters do not remain merely as vessels containing content but transform into living beings that actually grow, move, and spread. Kang Byeong-in deliberately wrote this handwriting with his left hand. To express Sejong's trembling, I chose an unfamiliar hand. Provided by Geulkkot "Let's discuss it! I don't know people well enough." - the humble first voice of the king Sejong did not act as if he knew all the correct answers. Early in his reign, he said, "Let's discuss it!" "I don't know people well," he said. This was not a confession of incompetence, but the language of a leader who opened the door to collective intelligence. Because he acknowledged his own limitations, he was able to accept the knowledge and experiences of others. Kang Byung-in wrote this sentence with his left hand. The handwriting from unfamiliar hands is neat and not smooth. The size and center of the letters are also inconsistent. The unfamiliar handwriting contained the young king's awkwardness, tension, humility, and sincerity. This is a reading that shows how seriously Kang Byeong-in was committed to expressing Sejong's thoughts. This is a prime example of how handwriting can serve as an explanation. However, his awkwardness makes the tension and honesty of the young king even more vivid. The 'rice paddy' placed in the middle is larger and heavier than other characters. It seems to mean that they will place "discussing things together" at the center, rather than focusing on "my" conviction. In the rough and round strokes, one can sense the human expression‎ of young King Sejong, who speaks to people before the dignity of those in power. Kang Byung-in introduced the basic principles of Hunminjeongeum into this calligraphy. Provided by Geulkkot Publishing. "Everyone is a people of heaven" – human equality expressed as heaven, earth, and humanity. "Everyone is a people of heaven" is a condensed expression‎ of Sejong's spirit of love for the people and his philosophy of the rule of law. Sejong believed that "even though they are commoners in the country, there is no one who is not a people sent by heaven." It means that the weight of life and injustice cannot be different simply because of a low status. Kang Byeong-in interpreted this sentence as the fundamental principle of Hunminjeongeum, which is Cheonjiin. The dots evoke the sky, the horizontal strokes evoke the earth, and the vertical strokes evoke a person. The round dots and horizontal and vertical strokes throughout the letters show the process by which heaven, earth, and man meet to form characters. The letters do not occupy any one overwhelmingly large or high position. They have different shapes but exist side by side on a single line. This visually reveals the principle of equality, where everyone is a people sent by heaven, regardless of their status or position. The spreading of ink and the round strokes also contain the warmth of life. The moment the reader reads the text, they realize that the principles behind the creation of Hangeul and King Sejong's view of humanity stem from the same root. The creation of writing for the people and the politics that sought to protect even the lives of the lowest-ranking people were not separate achievements. Two "arrows and arrows" evoke a target. Provided by Geulkkot Publishing. "Shooting straight rather than far" – a leadership that values accuracy over results. The talents highly valued by King Sejong were not those who unconditionally did a lot of work. He was someone who accurately achieved his most important goals without wasting limited resources. "Shooting directly rather than far" demonstrates Sejong's pragmatic spirit, which valued accurate judgment and execution over grand and flamboyant achievements. Kang Byung-in incorporated shapes reminiscent of a bow, arrow, and target into the two 'saws'. The upward-pointing stroke is taut like a bowstring, and the central dot appears to resemble an arrowhead or target aimed at a target. "Far" and "Baro" are also contrasting in the shape of the letters. 'Far away' moves sideways in a long, but 'straight' maintains its center and moves forward straight. The two instances of 'shooting' show that even with the same archery, the results can differ depending on the direction. In this work, the handwriting goes beyond simply explaining sentences and becomes a single painting. It immediately helps us understand Sejong's theory of talent, which emphasizes accuracy over busyness, substance over display, and direction over speed. It contains the power of reading that created Sejong. Provided by the publisher, Geulkkot. "Read and read again until it finally resonates" – the process of repetition leading to enlightenment. The saying "Read and read again until it finally resonates" contains the power of reading that created King Sejong. Chungnyeong, who was considered distant from the throne, was forced to study and did not study. He found and read his favorite books on his own, and made one his own by reading it a hundred times. In this work, 'reading' and 'reading again' are repeated similarly but differently. The repetition of the letters itself evokes the act of turning the pages of a book and repeatedly reading the same sentence. The writing doesn't flow smoothly from the start. It shows the process of accumulating learning as the strokes are broken and then reconnected. Then, passing through "finally" and reaching "tong," the letters open large and brightly. In particular, the shape of the round 'container' is like a moment when a hole is opened up in blocked thoughts and enlightenment opens up. The calligraphy demonstrates Sejong's study method, which states that reading is not about accumulating knowledge but about understanding reason through repetition. Kang Byung-in brings out the affection and consideration hidden within the language of governance into a single, flexible curve. Publisher provided by Geulkkot "Enjoy yourself comfortably" – the ruler's words become the father's voice. "Enjoy it comfortably" is not a sentence of command or admonition. It's a warm word that eases the other person's tension and soothes their heart. Kang Byeong-in did not write this sentence in neat or angular handwriting. The strokes are gently curved, and the letters are connected as if leaning against each other. The middle characters appear to lie down or dance. The final 'Muna' opens with ease, gently concluding the sentence. The wide margin is also part of the horse. It is a space where you can relax comfortably without being rushed or held back. Here, Sejong approaches not as a ruler who issues orders, but as an adult who understands people's hearts. Kang Byung-in brings out the affection and consideration hidden within the language of governance into a single, flexible curve. Kang Byung-in's handwriting lacks the language of power to possess talent. Provided by Geulkkot Publishing. "There is no talent to replace you" – the language of recognition that captures the hearts of talent. "There is no talent to replace you" is the highest praise Sejong gave to outstanding individuals. It is not a statement made by a powerful person to command or threaten their subjects. It is a language that gains hearts by fully acknowledging a person's abilities and value. Kang Byung-in's handwriting unfolds this sentence with a long and vigorous breath. The letters are connected by the flow of strokes, even though they are separated from each other. It evokes the image of one person's talent leading to the overall achievement of the organization. In particular, the focus is on 'talent' and the final 'nothing'. The long, extended stroke at the end reveals firm conviction, yet it appears as if a hand is extended towards that person. This writing lacks the language of power aimed at possessing talent. Instead, there is trust and respect in the belief that "I know your worth." A person does not act solely on their salary or position. I gain the greatest strength when I meet someone who recognizes my existence and abilities. Kang Byeong-in captures the secret to Sejong's acquisition of people in bold and unwavering strokes. "There is no talent to replace you" gives another resonance. The long and powerful strokes are filled with trust, admiration, and affection for talented individuals. It shows that King Sejong won people's hearts not through command and intimidation, but through recognition and respect. There is a saying, "Cheonhaha-do-everywhere is Yoo Sang-soo." It means there are constants, or experts, everywhere. This is a noteworthy point in today's corporate and government management. Publisher provided by Geulkkot If Park Hyun-mo restored Sejong's thoughts in the Annals of King Sejong into today's management and political language, Kang Byeong-in revived those thoughts into the living, breathing body of Hangeul. As historical records, modern commentary, and artistic handwriting meet, King Sejong's words transcend 600 years and become the language of the present tense again. This is the most original point that makes "Sejong, Great Thoughts" not just a collection of sayings, but a book of history, management, and politics, as well as a book of Korean aesthetics and humanities. mbdvic2012@news2day.co.kr View other articles by this reporter© News Today & m.news2day.co.kr unauthorized reproduction and redistribution prohibited. [Related Article] [100th Anniversary of Hangeul Day] 'Sejong's Great Thoughts': Gaining Wisdom from its 100 sayings. *KOSPI rises to 6,910 level on strong foreign buying and semiconductor stocks KOSPI starts higher on AI and semiconductor rebounds... limiting foreign selling pressure. <Kiwoom> [N2 Short Form] U.S. Treasury Bond Currency Hedging 'Shows Well'... Korea Investment Management: "Responds to Investment Propensity and Periods" The second round of sales for the National Participation Growth Fund begins... 600 billion won will be raised on a first-come, first-served basis. 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