Korean Classical Research Articles

From Jātaka to Vernacular Fiction: Adaptation of the Buddhist Plot of the Two Brothers (Journey beyond the Sea) in Classical Korean Literature

From Jātaka to Vernacular Fiction: Adaptation of the Buddhist Plot of the Two Brothers (Journey beyond the Sea) in Classical Korean Literature

The State of Korean Classical Literature in the 20th Century: Focusing on Articles Contributed to Newspapers During the Japanese Colonial Period

The State of Korean Classical Literature in the 20th Century: Focusing on Articles Contributed to Newspapers During the Japanese Colonial Period

A study on Alienoid as the deconstructive re-reading of the Korean Classic

A study on Alienoid as the deconstructive re-reading of the Korean Classic

대학 교육의 AI 활용 가능성 탐색

This article is designed to explore the possibility of AI-based university major education and to explore the direction of future education, focusing on the case of Dankook University’s <Classical Korean Literary Criticism> course in the current digital-oriented era. Accordingly, the concept of AI is first examined and the background and process of conducting research are discussed on the use of AI-based education centering on Dankook University subjects. Next, discussion focuses on the case of the course <Classical Korean Literary Criticism>, where the use of D-ESK in the process of writing a thesis on classical criticism is first examined. Basically, in terms of method, the possibility of EduAI-based lectures using D-ESK services is explored, for which the instructor registers and manages research topics in the system each week and shares the process of providing research papers mounted on the RISS (Research Information Sharing Service). In terms of the results, it is first revealed that a total of 39 thesis papers were completed by conveniently collecting knowledge·information through the EduAI platform. Second, knowledge accumulation and sharing aspects using Chat GPT and DaQ are discussed. From the operation of the AI-based <Classical Korean Literary Criticism> course, Chat GPT and DaQ were found to be used to induce answers between learners and to provide answer services directly by instructors. This work is meaningful in that it shows the possibilities and limitations of current generative AI models at the same time.

프랑스어 기술 한국 고전서사 연구

This study aims to investigate the identity of classical Korean narratives in French, and based on this, to explore the possibility of expanding the field of Korean literature research and to refine the research methodology. This study focuses on three classic Korean narrative texts written in French by Seo Young-hae: Autour d’une vie coréenne(1929), Miroir, cause de malheur (1934), and La fille d’un cordonnier (unknown). The last text, in particular, is the first to be introduced in this study and translated that Seo Young-hae has been writing Korean classical narratives in French throughout her stay in France.
 This book, described in French by a Korean native author, has classical narratives as its main object of description. The classical Korean narratives, reinterpreted from Seo’s perspective, represent Korea as he interpreted it, or Korea as he translated it. The pursuit of Korean independence, which was consistent with his stay in France with a clear purpose, and his understanding of the Korean tales based on it, are the fundamental elements that constitute Seo’s rewriting, or translation. Therefore, this paper will examine how Seo interprets and translates Korean classical narratives by focusing on the external and internal relationships surrounding writing. To do so, I will analyze the three texts interactively and examine the adaptation of classical narratives and the linguistic and cultural translation of Korean classical narratives through them. While Seo emphasizes the inheritance of folk traditions and customs, he also emphasizes that it is not simply an inheritance without transformation, and that existing traditions can be reconstructed within an expanding network rather than closedly linked. This is Seo’s interpretation of the classics, tales, and oral tradition, and his hope for a post-modern Korea.

Vernacular Visions in North and South Korea: Interlingual Translations of Unyŏng chŏn (The Tale of Unyŏng) and Ideologies of National Literature

This article focuses on two translations of The Tale of Unyŏng (Unyŏng chŏn 雲英傳, early seventeenth century) into vernacular Korean in South Korea (1960) and North Korea (1966). Looking beyond the classical paradigm of interlingual and intralingual translation as “translation proper” and “rewording,” respectively, the article argues that translations of classical Korean fiction from Literary Sinitic into vernacular Korean represented a form of transitional intralingual translation as each nation navigated away from active membership in the Sinographic Cosmopolis and attempted to establish a new national literature and literary medium. Whereas the South Korean translation is tethered closely to the Literary Sinitic original in terms of lexicon, orthography, and representation of classical allusions and perpetuates three tiers of literacy, the North Korean translation hews much more closely to spoken vernacular and traditional kungmun manuscript versions of classical fiction and embodies the overriding North Korean policy of sinograph abolition and han'gŭl promotion.

영문판 한국 고전소설의 독자 수용과 그 미래-The story of Hong Gilding의 리뷰를 중심으로-

영문판 한국 고전소설의 독자 수용과 그 미래-The story of Hong Gilding의 리뷰를 중심으로-

공연 예술에 나타나는 고전시가의 현대적 활용과 그 효과 - 뮤지컬 [스웨그에이지: 외쳐, 조선!]의 사례를 대상으로 -

공연 예술에 나타나는 고전시가의 현대적 활용과 그 효과 - 뮤지컬 [스웨그에이지: 외쳐, 조선!]의 사례를 대상으로 -

A Study on the Educational Method of Korean Classical Literature for Foreign Learners Using Hallyu Contents : Focusing on K-Drama “The Red Sleeve”

A Study on the Educational Method of Korean Classical Literature for Foreign Learners Using Hallyu Contents : Focusing on K-Drama “The Red Sleeve”

Studija slučaja kolegija o klasičnim pripovijetkama uz korištenje ChatGPT-a

This study analyzes the “Classical Narratives Retelling Project Using ChatGPT” conducted by the Department of Korean Language and Literature at Chung-Ang University in Korea in the first semester of 2023 in the course “Studies on Classical Literature Narrative”. The retelling project was carried out in stages, from the preliminary stage to the preparation, planning, and production stage. In collaborating with ChatGPT, learners repeatedly compared and reviewed their initial intentions with ChatGPT’s suggestions. In selecting, revising, and synthesizing the story with ChatGPT, learners continuously considered narrative integrity and the team’s retelling intentions (theme implementation). Their understanding of and interest in Korean classical narratives increased during this process. A 5-point Likert scale survey was used to verify this statistically and analyze the results, statistically confirming that the retelling process using ChatGPT had a positive effect on both understanding and interest in classical Korean narratives. To compensate for the limitations of the small sample size, we conducted an in-depth questionnaire survey. We analyzed the responses to confirm the effects of active participation and self-directed learning, deepening the understanding of classical narrative texts and forming a collaborative relationship between learners and ChatGPT. However, the limitations of using ChatGPT were identified as inaccuracies in ChatGPT data, answers that did not respond to learners’ intentions, uncreative ChatGPT narrative suggestions, and learners’ insufficient ability to utilize ChatGPT.

고전서사 2021년 연구동향

고전서사 2021년 연구동향

요구분석을 통한 외국인 학부생 대상 <고전문학사> 수업 내용 설계와 개선 방안

Objectives The purpose of this study is to propose a lesson improvement plan for <Korean Classical Literature History> considering the level and requirements of foreign undergraduates.
 Methods To this end, at the beginning of the semester, the educational priorities were identified by measuring the required and current levels of foreign undergraduate students majoring in Korean language and literature at Korean universities. Then, by applying this priority, the current level of the learners was measured again after the class was conducted for one semester.
 Results First of all, we reviewed the contents of the Korean course and the prior research, and selected the educational goals and contents of the <Korean Classical Literature History> class for foreign undergraduates. At the beginning of the semester, the current and necessary levels of foreign undergraduates were investigated and the requirements and educational priorities were extracted. Reflecting these results, classes were designed and applied to classes by increasing the proportion of “late medieval literature” and “middle-modern transition literature classes.”
 Conclusions A survey of the current level and recognition level at the end of the semester confirmed that the level of understanding and recognition of education has increased. Finally, based on the class examples and the results of the questionnaire, a plan to improve the class for foreign undergraduates was presented.

고전시가 2021년 연구동향

고전시가 2021년 연구동향

게일의 미출판 영역 시조의 계보학적 위상 고찰

This work explores the characteristics and establishes the historical significance of James Scarth Gale(1863-1937)’s unpublished English translations of Korean classical Sijo(時調). In the Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library belonging to the University of Toronto, Canada lies unpublished translations of Korean classics; part of this collection is a typed unpublished book called Pen-Pictures of Old Korea(『朝鮮筆景』) and a manuscript called The Diary(『日誌』) which contains English translations of Korean classical Sijo. During Gale’s 40 year stay in Korea, he devoted 30 of those years to translating Sijo. Previous research shows Gale’s translations differ in demeanor and purpose by publication period. Specifically, the first series of translations, those published in The Korean Repository between 1895 to 1898, was translated with the English audience in mind. On the other hand, the second series of translations, those published in The Korea Bookman in 1922, strives to highlight the literary qualities of the source. The last series of translations, published between 1924 and 1927 in The Korean Mission Field, amalgamate qualities of the previous two in attempt to please a broader audience. The Pen-Pictures of Old Korea, which was set to be published in 1912 but remains unpublished, shows similar qualities to that of Gale’s first series of translations. Although the first series of translations encompasses a large and diverse array of media, judging by time and its attributes, The Pen-Pictures of Old Korea can effectively be categorized into his first series of translations. Assuming such, we arrive at the notion that Gale translated as a service to Western literature until the early 1910s. Regarding The Diary(『日誌』), previous research has unveiled its publication period as similar to that of The Korea Bookman, the second series of translations. The two works are similar in its originalist motivations, but there also exist points of distinctions. Considering these qualities, we can assume that The Korea Bookman was written prior to The Diary, and The Diary was written to supplement and expand the subject The Korea Bookman was based off of. Through the discovery of The Diary, as Gale emphasized in The Korea Bookman, we arrive at the conclusion that Gale paid respects to the Korean traditional culture and continuously attempted to publicize such to the Western society.

Investigation Records of Each Tools Including ‘Nine Classical Acupuncture’ in Korean Classical Historical Books and Medical Books: A Study Based on an Electronic Database in Korea

Investigation Records of Each Tools Including ‘Nine Classical Acupuncture’ in Korean Classical Historical Books and Medical Books: A Study Based on an Electronic Database in Korea

Current Status of Korean Classical Literature Education in Mongolian Universities and Improvement Plan

본 연구의 목적은 몽골 현지 대학에서 진행되는 한국고전문학교육을 파악하여 이를 바탕으로 한국고전문학교육의 방안을 모색하는 것이다. 몽골 대학의 한국고전문학교육과 교과목을 살펴본 결과 대학에서의 한국고전문학교육은 많이 부족한 것으로 나타났다. 그리고 현재 몽골 대학교들에서 실시되는 문학교육 교과목에 대한 분석을 하였으며 분석 결과 문학 교과목의 내용을 좀 더 체계화할 필요가 있음을 밝혔다. 비록 몽골 대학에서 한국어교육수준이 계속 제고되고 있지만 한국문학교육이 전문교사의 부재 등으로 중단될 정도로 심각한 상태였다. 다음으로는 몽골 대학에서 한국문학 특히 고전문학을 교육하기 위한 방안을 제시하였다. 이를 위해서 우선 문학을 통한 언어실력 향상에 대해서 주장한 연구들을 살펴봤다. 그 다음에 몽골 대학에서 한국문학을 교육하기 위한 예시로써 한국의 심청전을 원문 그대로 또는 우수 번역문을 독서하게 하는 실험을 하였다. 실험 결과 원문으로 읽었을 때 학생들의 대다수가 큰 어려움을 느꼈으며 우수번역문과 함께 읽었을 때 이해는 하였지만 여전히 내용이 난해하고 어렵다고 응답하는 학생들이 있었다. 우수번역문과 함께 독서한 학생들이 한국문학체험 뿐만 아니라 모국어의 아름다움까지 감상할 수 있는 좋은 경험이었다고하였다. 마지막으로 심청전을 몽골의 몽골비사와 비교 독서하도록 하여 한국과 몽골의 문학에 나타나는 효 문화를 비교를 하도록 하였다. 실험결과 학생들이 각 나라의 문학을 읽는 것뿐만 아니라 문화도 함께 배우고 비교할수 있는 좋은 기회였다고 하였다.

Effectiveness of Korean Classical Novels’ Usage in an English as a Foreign Language Classroom

The current bilingual theories argue that the L2 language practices of bilingual students are derived from a single language repertoire and that enabling students to have access to their entire language repertoire can be an essential resource for further language development. Recent academic studies show that using students’ language repertoire, including L1 language in the target language classroom, increases their intrinsic motivation and improves fluency; however, many researchers still show skepticism regarding this teaching pedagogy. Therefore, this research validates that using L1 text improves students’ intrinsic motivation and fluency and increases curiosity about L2 culture while learning L2 language. In order to prove this, the study used three classical Korean novels written by Park Ji Won. The study included 98 students from intermediate and beginner speaking in an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classes. A task-based assignment was given, and a questionnaire was used to ascertain the students’ opinions on the use of L1 text to improve motivation, fluency, and curiosity. This study reveals that EFL students can acquire a second language by learning about their traditions and culture, not just a practical and utilitarian text. In addition, this research proves that increasing curiosity and knowledge are integral components in language development, not only with the L1 text but also congruent with the L2 text, which is essential to acquiring the target language. The implication of this study emphasizes that not only L2 texts but also L1 texts are crucial for language development.

Selection of Effective Herbal Medicines for Parkinson’s Disease Based on the Text Mining of the Classical Korean Medical Literature Donguibogam

Objectives: The prevalence of Parkinson’s disease is on an upward trend along with an increase in the aging population but there is no available treatment that halts the progression of neurodegeneration. This study reports a numerical analysis on Donguibogam and suggests novel herbal drugs, which have never been researched before but found to be deemed effective in this study.Methods: Referring to 71 Korean medicine symptom terms that represent the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, 4170 prescriptions described in Donguibogam were classified into two groups based on whether their main effects were effective for Parkinson’s disease or not. Comparing the two groups, the chi-square test was performed to select statistically significant herbs, while the t-test, Wilcoxon test, and descriptive statistics were performed to determine the appropriate dose.Results: One hundred and twenty-seven prescriptions effective for Parkinson’s disease were identified. The chi-square test determined 17 herbs that are effective for symptomatic treatment. Among the medicinal herbs, the authors suggest Osterici seu Notopterygii Radix et Rhizoma, Ephedrae Herba, Aconiti Tuber, Myrrha, Sinomeni Caulis et Rhizoma, and Aconiti Kusnezoffii Tuber as herbal candidates that have never been studied for Parkinson’s disease. Through the statistical tests, it was judged that the mean value of the dose of the entire prescription was the appropriate dose for each herb.Conclusions: Seventeen herbs were selected for Parkinson’s disease and the appropriate daily dose were calculated. Furthermore, this study presented a new process that applies a statistical method to traditional medical literature and preselecting herbs deemed effective for specific diseases.

A Study on the Translation of Korean Classical Novels into Modern Language

이 글은 고전소설이 어떻게 하면 현대의 독자들에게 더 사랑을 받을 수 있을 것인가를 현대역과 관련지어 고찰했다. 이를 위해 고전소설을 가독성 높은 현대역 텍스트로 만든다면 현대의 독자들도 이를 충분히 즐길 수 있을 것이라는 널리 알려진 생각을 재검토했다. 고전소설이 가진 다양한 가능성을 철저하게 탐구해야 그것의 현대역이 어떠해야 하는가를 논의할 수 있다고 보았기 때문이다. 2장에서는 국문 고전소설 현대역의 몇몇 사례들을 들어 가독성을 높인다는 것이 어떤 의미인가를 검토했다. 가독성을 높이는 일은 흔히 쉽게 풀어쓴다는 것을 뜻하지만, 그 속에는 특정한 방식의 읽기, 즉 묵독으로만 이해한다는 생각이 깔려 있다는 점을 지적했다. 3장에서는 국문 고전소설에서 무엇을 번역할 것인가의 문제에 집중했다. 현대역이 같은 언어 내에서 이것을 저것으로 바꾸는 것일 뿐이라는 생각에서 벗어나야 한다고 보았기 때문이다. 이러한 생각의 바탕에는 출발언어의 어떤 단어와 도착언어의 번역어가 일대일 대응이 가능하다는 생각이 깔려 있다. 국문 고전소설의 번역은 언어내, 언어간, 기호간 번역의 성격을 모두 갖고 있는 복합적 성격의 것이다. 이는 국문 고전소설이 가진 독특한 매체적 특성과 그 향유의 복합성 때문에 생겨난다. 따라서 국문 고전소설의 번역을 축어적 의미 전달에만 국한시키면, 이는 국문 고전소설의 온전한 번역을 불가능하게 만든다. 번역이란 특정한 상황에서 특정한 목적을 위해 특정한 종류의 언어로 옮기는 일이다. 따라서 국문 고전소설의 좋은 번역을 위해서는 그 상황, 목적, 언어에 적합하게 옮겼는가의 문제를 따져야 한다. 이러한 관점은 하나의 텍스트에 대해 가장 이상적인 특정 번역본이 있다고 믿기보다는, 그 목적에 얼마나 부합하는가에 따라 생겨날 수 있는 다양한 좋은 번역 텍스트들의 존재를 긍정한다. 결국 현단계에서의 핵심적 문제는 국문소설의 번역을 위한 이론이 필요하다는 것으로 귀결된다. 또 그 이론은 번역학뿐만 아니라 기호학, 담화이론, 매체론 등이 결합된 복합적인 이론이 되어야 할 것이다.

The wish for unmarried in Korean Classical Long Novel: Focused on Ssangcheongibong, Boeungiurok, and Imhwajungyeon

본고는 <쌍천기봉>, <보은기우록>, <임화정연>의 여성인물에게 나타난 비혼(非婚)에 대한 바람과 그 바람의 실현 양상에 대해 살피고, 작품이 향유되었던 조선사회 비혼의 양태와 그것이 갖는 의미에 대해 논의한 연구이다. 유교적 가부장제를 추수하는 경향이 강하고 특히 중심인물 서사를 통해 그러한 지점이 강조된 장르, 한글장편소설에 조선시대 부정되고 불온시된 비혼에 대한 희구(希求)가 드러나 있는데, <쌍천기봉> 중심인물인 장옥경, 소월혜에게서 비혼에 대한 바람이 강하게 간취된다. 이들은 유교적 교양을 함양한 높은 신분의 여성인물로 결과적으로는 혼인제도에 편입되지만, 진지한 태도로 강 렬하게 비혼의 삶을 희망한다. 한편 반동, 보조인물군에서 비혼을 실현한 여성이 있는데 <보은기우록>의 설소아, <임화정연>의 석가월, 조옥연이 그들이다. 이들은 혼인의 삶을 거부하고 도교에 귀의하여 독자적인 삶을 살아갔다. 그런데 조선의 현실은 소설 속 세계와는 달리 비혼을 불운하거나 불온한 것으로만 취급했다. 특히 주체적이며 적극적 태도로 비혼을 선택한 천주교 신자들은 종교적 삶을 살기 위해 순교를 각오해야 했다. 이러한 사회질서 속에서 여성들의 비혼 욕망이 소설에 투영되었던 것이고, 소설에서 그 욕망은 이해되고 공감된다. 혹은 환상적 설정이 가미되어 비혼이 당당하게 인정되기도 한다.