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History of Hangul - Part I

Old Korean Typewriter.

Koreans use their own unique alphabet called Hangul. It is considered
to be one of the most efficient alphabets in the world and has
garnered unanimous praise from language experts for its scientific
design and excellence.

Hangul was created under King Sejong during the Chosun Dynasty
(1393-1897). In 1446, the first Korean alphabet was proclaimed under
the original name Hunmin chong-um, which literally meant "the correct
sounds for the instruction of the people."

King Sejong, the creator of Hangul, is considered to be one of the
greatest rulers in the history of Korea. Highly respected for his
benevolent disposition and diligence, King Sejong was also a
passionate scholar whose knowledge and natural talent in all fields
of study astounded even the most learned experts.

During his reign, King Sejong always deplored the fact that the
common people, ignorant of the complicated Chinese characters that
were being used by the educated, were not able to read and write. He
understood their frustration in not being able to read or to
communicate their thoughts and feelings in written words.

 1. Part I
 2. Part II
 3. Part III

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